Federal Wage System Increases in 2016
Now that the 2016 pay raise for federal employees under the General Schedule has been finalized, what can federal workers under the Federal Wage System expect to see in terms of a pay raise?
What’s the Net Worth of Your Congressman?
What’s the net worth of your Senator or Congressman? Here’s how to find out.
Why You’ll Never Have Work/Life Balance
Many people struggle with achieving a balance between work and their personal lives. The author explains why she believes this struggle exists.
Federal Pay Lagging Behind Private Sector
Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate that the federal workforce is lagging the private sector for both wages and employment.
Pay Freeze Continues for Vice President and Other Senior Officials
The vice president and certain political appointees will continue to have their pay levels frozen heading into 2016.
Date Set for Start of 2016 Tax Season
The Internal Revenue Service announced this week that tax season for American taxpayers will begin January 19, 2016.
Tax Traps for Federal Employees to Avoid
The author outlines some retirement tax traps for federal employees that can be avoided with proper planning.
Bill Seeks to Block EPA From Using Taxpayer Money for Advertising
One Congressman wants to stop the Environmental Protection Agency from using taxpayer money on agency public relations campaigns which he says are “used to advertise poorly crafted rules and regulations to the American public.”
Court Finds Jurisdiction, But Denies Veteran’s Preference Claims in Dean v. Department of Labor
The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals concluded that a veteran did not have his veterans’ preference rights violated by the Department of Labor when he applied, but was not considered for, a position as a Recent Graduate Wage and Hour Specialist pursuant to the President’s Pathways Program.
Executive Order Finalizing 2016 Pay Rates Issued
President Obama has issued an executive order setting 2016 pay rates for federal employees.
