Following is a recent report in question and answer format in which the Congressional Research Service describes the impact of government shutdowns on| FEDweek
UPDATED: There is still no agreement, now less than two weeks from the deadline, on avoiding a funding lapse that would trigger a partial government| FEDweek
A newly introduced Senate bill would override President Trump’s executive orders to disavow existing labor-management contracts and end union| FEDweek
With the pending end of deferred resignation periods for many tens of thousands of federal employees (see related story) there is the prospect for a surge| FEDweek
While the impending September 30 end of the current fiscal year brings a threat of a potential partial government shutdown, for many federal employees it| FEDweek
For federal employees, the TSP is one of the most powerful retirement tools available. But too many feds overlook the potential of the Roth TSP and Roth| FEDweek
The TSP has added some details to the previously announced option for in-plan conversions of account balances in traditional status to Roth status| FEDweek
Major bills including the annual defense authorization bill and appropriations measures are advancing in Congress, but with less than three weeks| FEDweek
Updated: In early 2025, federal employees narrowly avoided significant cuts to their retirement benefits. A series of budget proposals in Congress sought| FEDweek
The Supreme Court's July 8 decision allowing federal agencies to resume mass layoffs has transformed what was a looming possibility into an immediate| FEDweek
The government’s main tools to boost turnover are early retirements, and buyout incentives. A third tool, the reduction-in-force, “RIF,” is ...More| FEDweek
Take advantage of opportunities and avoid mistakes with this new 2025 federal employees handbook. Covers: pay, benefits, workplace policies and more.| FEDweek
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Retirement is a significant milestone that often comes with the freedom to relocate and enjoy a new chapter of life. But choosing the right location can| FEDweek