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Biden administration finalizes rule to prevent return of Schedule F
Former President Donald Trump had sought to reclassify tens of thousands of federal employees into at-will status, making them easier to dismiss.
Is the FERS ‘High-3′ salary formula based on calendar years?
The high-3 for federal retirement is the three highest years of income during your federal career.
By Reg Jones
Missile defense interceptor competition enters critical design phase
The Missile Defense Agency's homeland defense interceptor competition enters critical design review stage, putting it on a path for fielding by FY27.
By Jen Judson
White House medical unit handed out pills to ineligible patients
A Pentagon watchdog found "severe and systemic" problems with the unit’s internal controls on medication, among other issues.
Military to cover IVF for unmarried couples, single troops and more
A New York state lawsuit is prompting the changes.
Will my most recent federal service count if I take early retirement?
Early retirement provisions under FERS often have special requirements.
By Reg Jones
Is it worth delaying retirement to maximize high-3 at next GS level?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
US seeks to fund Israeli laser as Army considers Iron Beam’s potential
The U.S. Army is eyeing Iron Beam as a possible alternative laser to augment its own fire protection capability.
By Jen Judson
US Army eyes $3.1 billion ammo production boost in new spending ask
The service wants to more than triple its stateside 155mm munition production, with infrastructure upgrades planned across the country.
By Jen Judson
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
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