Federal Employee Pay News
Federal employee pay news: If it impacts pay and benefits for federal employees, you’ll find it here. Stay informed about important topics such as annual federal pay raises, the GS pay scale, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) including the latest TSP performance updates. You will also find articles about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), and Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), or event legislation in Congress that could impact federal employees’ pay and benefits.
Additional Dental and Vision Carriers Coming in 2021
OPM has announced additional dental and vision carriers for the FEDVIP program beginning in 2021.
Under What Circumstances Will Federal Employees Be Entitled to Paid Parental Leave?
The Office of Personnel Management is issuing an interim final rule stipulating how the new paid parental leave benefit can be used by federal employees.
Five Areas of Insurance Calling for a COVID-19 Gut-Check
The coronavirus pandemic is a reminder to evaluate your current insurance needs. These are some insurance types to consider.
TSP Stocks Roar Back After March Debacle
Despite the dramatic drop in March, TSP stock funds have roared back. One is now up more than 11% in the last 12 months.
TSP Announces Rule Change on Installment Payments
The TSP is lifting a restriction on starting and restarting installment payments based on life expectancy.
TSP Update: Coronavirus Loans and F Fund Ahead in 2020
Here are the results of the CARES Act project for the TSP and where participants moved their investments in June.
Annual Pay Raise vs. COLA: How Are They Different?
There is a lot of confusion about the difference between a COLA for federal retirees and a pay raise for federal employees. Here is a summary of the differences.
What Benefits Will Your Family Have When You Pass Away?
These are some benefits available to federal employees the can be transferred to their survivors.
Lawsuit Seeking Hazard Pay for Federal Employees Over Coronavirus Gets New Plaintiffs
A lawsuit seeking hazard pay for federal employees exposed to the coronavirus has been amended to add new plaintiffs.