Rampant attempts to defraud troops warrants crack down, advocates say
Crytpo scams, romance scams, education scams, job scams. Advocates are pushing authorities to root out scamsters at the source.
By Karen Jowers
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Another federal shutdown threat looms as Congress heads back to DC
Democratic leaders want answers on a path towards compromise on a host of federal budget fights before the end of next month.
Is my special rate pay safe from changes in agency policy?
Agencies can cancel a special rate authority at any time. Here's how it could effect you.
By Reg Jones
When does federal leave year end, and is that the best day to retire?
The federal leave year begins on the first day of the first full biweekly pay period in a calendar year.
By Reg Jones
Biden seeks to move quickly on AI safeguards with executive order
Using the Defense Production Act, the order will require leading AI developers to share safety test results and other information with the government.
By Josh Boak and Matt O'Brien, The Associated Press
Courts to hear arguments on blocking Trump from presidential ballot
Whether the judges keep Trump on the ballot or boot him, their rulings are likely to be swiftly appealed, eventually to the U.S. Supreme Court.
What happens after the money I paid into a FERS retirement runs out?
The Federal Employees Retirement System provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan; Social Security; and the Thrift Savings Plan.
By Reg Jones
When should I apply for a deferred federal retirement?
Your FERS Annuity is the pension you receive from the Federal Employee Retirement System.
By Reg Jones
Biden administration seeks to convert empty US offices into housing
Over $35 billion in lending capacity will be made available to finance both new housing construction and office conversions.
Why are FERS benefits so inferior to CSRS?
Both CSRS and FERS offer benefits such as health insurance, life insurance and survivor benefits. However, FERS benefits are often less generous than CSRS.
By Reg Jones
How many years of service are needed for a FERS retirement?
The Federal Employees' Retirement System is the retirement system for employees within the United States civil service.
By Reg Jones
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Why federal agencies have a retention problem, and what to do about it
It is often the absence of a strong and meaningful workplace culture within federal agencies that leaves little to keep sought-after workers from leaving.
By Joe Thiel