OPM IG Provides Update on Retirement Claims Backlog
OPM’s Inspector General said that while the agency appears to have met a part of its goal on the retirement backlog, it has some more work to do.
Should I Enroll in Medicare If I Have an FEHB Plan?
Should you add Medicare to your FEHB insurance in retirement? These are the various parts of Medicare to know about when weighing this option.
Telework is the Focus of New Dismissal and Closure Procedures
OPM recently updated its governmentwide closure and dismissal policies which include a new type of weather related leave and strong emphasis on telework.
New Federal Labor Relations Guidance: Back to the Future?
OPM has issued new guidance for agencies on reporting labor relations information.
New Locality Pay Areas Likely for January 2019
What are the latest developments on new locality pay areas for 2019, and where does next year’s pay raise stand?
Legislation Would Boost COLAs for Some Federal Retirees
Recently introduced legislation has the potential to increase the size of COLAs paid to some federal retirees.
Senators Still Concerned About Unexpected Tax Bills for Some Federal Employees
Two Senators are again pressing the GSA to do more to help some federal employees who could potentially face an unexpected tax bill.
Flexible Spending Account Contribution Limits Will be Higher in 2019
The 2019 contribution limit for flexible spending accounts will see a slight increase over 2018.
The EEOC Continues to Expand Upon Protections to Disabled Government Workers
A recent court case illustrates how an obscure law can help protect federal employees from disability discrimination.
Can You Work Longer in a Position with Mandatory Retirement?
Some federal positions have mandatory retirement ages, but what if an individual wishes to work longer?
