Pay & Benefits
Best of Both Worlds
That's what they say about the CSRS Offset retirement system. Here's why.
Defense
New Hampshire may buck feds over national IDs
The Granite State would be the first to refuse to comply with a federal statute requiring state-issued IDs to meet national standards by 2008.
Defense
Bill to limit Tricare fee hikes gains support in Senate
Pentagon has defended plan to increase fees for some military retirees; premiums have not been raised in 11 years.
Management
Accounting change could spur postal reform effort
Under proposed rule, Postal Service would report a projected $60 billion for retiree health benefits, according to head of group representing direct mailers.
Management
Agencies design state-of-the-art building for weather and climate prediction
Green features and technology readiness aimed at advancing mission and attracting top talent.
Defense
Ex-FEMA chief endorses Bush nominee
James Lee Witt, director in the Clinton administration, remains concerned about agency’s future within DHS.
Defense
Pentagon online travel system moves forward
An average of 6,000 flights are processed each day on the Defense Travel System.
News
OPM relaxes requirements for intern hiring program
Interns with high grades can skip some requirements for career appointments.
Pay & Benefits
Leftover Leave
Former federal employees are finally on track to receive proper compensation for unused annual leave.
Defense
Mandatory employment verification seen as privacy threat
Pilot program allowing employers to screen information from job applicants against federal databases has been a disaster, ACLU lawyer says.
Defense
Rice seeks better welcome for foreigners
State Department has decreased wait times for visa applicants, with 97 percent now receiving their visas within a day or two.
Defense