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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.
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
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
TRICARE won’t cover over-the-counter birth control pill
A new pill could ease access to birth control for troops and dependents.
Does my ‘High-3′ FERS calculation include locality pay boost?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
IRS to invite select taxpayers for test of e-file return system
All eyes are on the agency to get it right — and avoid a roll-out reminiscent of the disastrous healthcare.gov website rollout.
By Fatima Hussein
How to decide when to retire as a federal employee
It's never too early to start planning for retirement in order to ensure it goes smoothly.
By Reg Jones
What is the best time to ‘pull the trigger’ on my retirement?
Now is the time to push dollars and cents aside and accept the fact that many people retire at other times during the year.
By Reg Jones
US Army awards $1.5B to boost global production of artillery rounds
As the Army drives to reach a rate of 100,000 155mm artillery munitions per month by FY26, it's awarding contracts to domestic and global companies.
By Jen Judson
What to know about nationwide emergency alert hitting your phone today
The test is slated to start at 2:20 p.m. Eastern Time Wednesday. The incoming message will also make a noise and your phone should vibrate.
Does a special salary rate count toward my ‘High-3′ FERS calculation?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones