The National Treasury Employees Union has asked a federal judge to immediately block provisions in the orders while the union’s lawsuit is pending more…
Proposal Would Provide Debt-Free College for Future Federal Employees
If passed, the bill would establish a grant program providing students with the majority of the cost of their degrees if they work in public service for three years more…
Federal Employee Unions Sue Trump Administration Over Executive Orders Restricting Union Activity
The lawsuits attempt to block new executive orders that restrict the official time employees may spend on union activities more…
2034 Remains Depletion Year of Social Security Trust Fund Reserves, Says Board of Trustees
The combined asset reserves of the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Trust Funds are projected to become depleted in 2034, the same as projected last year, with 79 percent of benefits payable at that time more…
New Vision, Dental Plans (FEDVIP) Coming to Military Families and Retirees
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announced the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance… more…
Lawmakers Propose 2019 Federal Pay Raise of 3%
Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA) and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) Jan. 12 reintroduced the Federal Adjustment… more…
RSC 2019 Budget Proposes Cuts to Federal Pay, Retirement Benefits
The Republican Study Committee released Wednesday their annual budget proposal for fiscal year 2019 entitled… more…
Does Your State Have an Estate or Inheritance Tax?
In addition to the federal estate tax of 40 percent, some states impose an additional… more…
Thrift Savings Plan Releases 2017 Administrative Expenses
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) released the 2017 net administrative expense figures last week revealing… more…
Some Federal Employees Receiving Large Tax Bills Due to Tax Reform Change
Nine federal employee groups sent an urgent letter regarding an issue with tax implications affecting a large number of federal employees and retirees. more…