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Dick Rutan, Vietnam War pilot and record-breaking aviator, dies at 85
A decorated Vietnam War pilot, Dick Rutan, along with co-pilot Jeana Yeager, completed the first round-the-world flight with no stops or refueling.
TSA achieved historic pay raises, needs budget to keep them
TSA officers aren’t automatically given the governmentwide annual raise proposed by the president.
New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better care
New Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.
By Karen Jowers
Lawmakers make an early pitch for 7.4% federal pay raise
Though Congress has put forward its own pay pitch, it has routinely been up to the White House to set the final number.
Biden moves to help federal workers on anniversary of pay equity law
OPM is issuing a final rule to bar the government from considering a person’s current or past pay when determining their salary for federal jobs.
Got relocation expenses? GSA may raise reimbursement caps
Relocation MEA lump sum amounts are expected to increase, according to the proposed regulation.
Pentagon can boost pay for separated families to $400 — but hasn’t
Despite Congress authorizing the increase, the Pentagon is treating it as optional amid an ongoing compensation study.
Veterans Health Administration HR staff to see 15% pay hike this week
The department is continuing to look for ways to reduce how long it takes to get employees onboarded and keep turnover at bay.
How does the 2024 leap year impact federal employee pay?
Normally, there are 26 pay periods in a calendar year, though 2023 was unique and had 27.
New Tricare benefits delayed due to continued contract protest
Improvements will be delayed, including those related to specialty care referrals after a PCS move.
By Karen Jowers