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02/07/2025

Social Security Fairness Act – What’s Next?

The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset for roughly 3.2 million people. But when can they expect to see a bigger check?

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On January 5, 2025, the Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law. This Act eliminates the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset for roughly 3.2 million people who receive a pension from a

02/06/2025

Deadline Day for Deferred Resignation Offer

The February 6 deadline has arrived and many eligible civilian federal employees are still grappling with the Trump administration’s unprecedented deferred resignation offer.

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The February 6 deadline has arrived and many eligible civilian federal employees are still grappling with the Trump administration's unprecedented deferred resignation offer. Initially communicated on January 28 via an email from the U.S. Office

02/05/2025

OPM Takes Action on Telework

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that federal employees return to full-time, in-person work, effectively ending telework arrangements.

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On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that federal employees return to full-time, in-person work, effectively ending telework arrangements. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has directed federal agencies to

02/04/2025

OPM Authorizes VERA and Addresses Deferred Resignation Doubts

The Office of Personnel Management has granted federal agencies the authority to offer voluntary early retirement alongside the recently announced “deferred resignation” option.

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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has granted federal agencies the authority to offer voluntary early retirement (VERA) alongside the recently announced "deferred resignation" option extended to most federal employees. This development comes amid ongoing

02/03/2025

Hiring Freeze and Workforce Reduction Plans

President Trump has signed several executive orders that, among other things, institute a hiring freeze across most federal agencies and set the stage for workforce reductions.

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President Trump has signed a new executive order that institutes a hiring freeze across most federal agencies and sets the stage for workforce reductions. The policy aims to shrink the size of the federal workforce

01/31/2025

Strong Opposition to Deferred Resignation Offer

Eligible employees have until February 6 to accept a deferred resignation offer that would see them retain pay through September 30, 2025. However, several politicians, labor groups, and legal experts have advised against accepting the offer.

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On January 28, a mass email titled Fork in the Road went out to over 2 million federal employees. Eligible employees have until February 6 to accept a deferred resignation offer that would see them

01/30/2025

Deferred Resignation for Federal Employees

A government-wide deferred resignation program has been offered to federal employees.

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A government-wide deferred resignation program has been offered to federal employees. Employees who accept will have their duties immediately reassigned or eliminated, except those deemed necessary for training or transition, and be placed on paid

01/29/2025

Schedule F – New Name Same Opposition

President Trump’s recent executive order revived the Schedule F exception from his first term, declaring it “immediately reinstated with full force and effect.”

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President Trump’s recent executive order revived the Schedule F exception from his first term, declaring it "immediately reinstated with full force and effect." The order directs the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to "promptly" rescind

01/28/2025

FERS Options for Separating Employees

If you leave your government job before reaching retirement eligibility, you have two main options regarding your FERS contributions.

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If you leave your government job before reaching retirement eligibility, you have two main options regarding your FERS contributions: Refund of Contributions: You can request a lump sum payment for your retirement contributions. Deferred Retirement:

01/27/2025

Mortgage Loan Modification: A Lifeline for Struggling Homeowners

A mortgage loan modification is a process that allows homeowners facing financial difficulty to adjust the terms of their mortgage.

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A mortgage loan modification is a process that allows homeowners facing financial difficulty to adjust the terms of their mortgage, making monthly payments more affordable. Unlike refinancing, which involves obtaining a new loan, a modification

01/24/2025

Effects of Early Retirement on Benefits and Annuities

Government agencies looking to downsize or restructure their workforce may offer eligible employees early retirement under Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA).

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Government agencies looking to downsize or restructure their workforce may offer eligible employees early retirement under Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA). Effects on Your FERS Annuity The FERS annuity begins on the first day of

01/23/2025

Conflicting Data on Federal Teleworkers

There seems to be some confusion regarding how many federal employees telework and how often.

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Federal teleworkers have come under increasing scrutiny as a slew of legislation has been proposed to address what some lawmakers perceive as a problem that diminishes government productivity. However, there seems to be some confusion

01/22/2025

TSP Beneficiary Basics

Over your federal career, you’re likely to build a healthy balance in your TSP, so it’s important to have a plan in place.

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Over the course of your federal career, you’re likely to build a healthy balance in your Thrift Savings Plan. With low administrative fees and several funds from which to choose, it’s a valuable benefit for

01/21/2025

Options For Individuals Seeking Tax Relief

Failing to file your taxes leads to penalties that could cost you a pretty penny. Fortunately, the IRS offers some tax relief options.

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Tax season is nearing which means people are readying their documents and preparing to file their returns by the deadline. However, there will be millions of Americans who don’t file or pay their federal taxes.

01/20/2025

How Trump 2.0 Could Impact Federal Employees

While the specific policies and actions of the Trump administration remain to be seen, early indications suggest several areas of focus that could shape the federal workforce.

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It’s Inauguration Day and federal employees are bracing for potential changes that could significantly impact their careers, benefits, and work environments. While the specific policies and actions of the Trump administration remain to be seen,

01/17/2025

OPM Hails PSHB Program a Strong Success

The largest new federal health benefits initiative since the Affordable Care Act, the PSHB serves nearly 2 million individuals—representing 20% of the FEHB population.

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On Friday, December 13, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) completed the inaugural Open Season for the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program. As the largest new federal health benefits initiative since the Affordable

01/15/2025

USPS Offers Retirement Incentive

The American Postal Workers Union (APWU), National Postal Mail Handlers Union (NPMHU), and the Postal Service have signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) establishing an optional or Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) program.

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The American Postal Workers Union (APWU), National Postal Mail Handlers Union (NPMHU), and the Postal Service have signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) establishing an optional or Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) program. As part of the

01/14/2025

Proposed Legislation Could Impact Federal Employees

Several pieces of proposed legislation are taking aim at improving government efficiency and revising telework policies.

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Telework For Federal Employees In recent years, Congress has closely examined telework policies for federal employees, with some legislators pushing to scale back remote work. According to a December 2024 report by Senator Joni Ernst,

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