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VA cancels plans for employee satisfaction survey this year
VA has conducted a poll of federal employees every year since 2006, but won't distrubute one this year amid multiple reforms to the workforce.
2021 defense policy bill would expand leave benefits for feds
Congress has included provisions in it's 2021 National Defense Authorization Act that would expand benefits for civilian employees.
By Jessie Bur
Federal giving sees a boost during the pandemic
Donations to the Combined Federal Campaign this year are up over last year's numbers, even as campaign events have had to transition to virtual.
By Jessie Bur
OPM approves emergency leave program for Oregon wildfires
Federal employees impacted by the deadly Oregon wildfires this year could have access to donated leave from their fellow feds.
By Jessie Bur
FEDVIP Dental Coverage Helps Keep You Healthy
As a federal employee or federal retiree, you take pride in your commitment to your country and serving others – but it’s important to take care of yourself, too. That starts with your own health and well-being, including your oral health. FEDVIP Dental Coverage can help ensure that you take care of your teeth and gums, which can, in turn, promote overall wellness.
Agencies lack information on underpaid contract workers
The Department of Labor is responsible for investigating federal service contractors that underpay their employees, but not all agencies are aware of which contractors are responsible.
By Jessie Bur
Labor authority overturns VA’s new employee discipline process, affecting thousands
The Federal Labor Relations Authority determined that the Department of Veterans Affairs had violated it's union contract by disciplining employees without a chance to improve.
By Jessie Bur
The outlook for federal telework in a post-pandemic world
Some feds may get to keep the telework flexibility granted to them during COVID, while others may be deemed 'non-portable' in normal operations.
By Jessie Bur
40 senators introduce bill to block Trump’s civil service reorg
Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., led the legislative effort in the Senate to counteract Trump's plans to create a Schedule F federal employee classification.
By Jessie Bur
Federal hiring policy changes are on the horizon
Draft changes proposed by the Office of Personnel Management would open more pathways for job applicants to prove they have the desired skills.
By Jessie Bur
The Military Times guide to Tricare and FEDVIP open season
Open season ends Dec. 14 for those who want to change or enroll in Tricare plans as well as FEDVIP coverage.
By Karen Jowers