January’s Retirement Rush Not as Bad as 2018
The usual influx of new retirements that comes in January is not as bad as it was last year, but OPM still has a bigger backlog to deal with.
The usual influx of new retirements that comes in January is not as bad as it was last year, but OPM still has a bigger backlog to deal with.
Most federal employees should have their full back pay by the end of the month according to OPM.
OPM has issued guidance to agencies to have employees paid quickly who were impacted by the shutdown. The guidance also answers common questions about leave and pay.
The grace period for FEDVIP coverage has been extended by one pay period to help federal employees retain benefits during the ongoing shutdown.
OPM is reminding agencies to be as accommodating as possible to the needs of excepted employees working during the ongoing partial government shutdown.
OPM has released guidance on the use of leave for federal employees working during the shutdown per a new law that guarantees back pay to federal employees.
OPM has provided answers to some frequently asked questions regarding benefits and time off during the ongoing partial government shutdown.
Does FEHB coverage ever cease under a partial government shutdown?
OPM has released a fact sheet with information on what happens to your pay and benefits during the ongoing shutdown.
What will happen to “use-or-lose” leave that was lost due to the government shutdown? For most, it will be restored.