Pay & Benefits
Inching Along
Federal pay and benefits issues haven’t been eclipsed completely by politics this election year.
Pay & Benefits
MSPB ruling could benefit vets who file employment claims
The Merit Systems Protection Board now says it has jurisdiction over cases involving veterans who belong to unions and file claims under a 1994 veterans’ employment law.
Defense
Military health care benefit extended to reservist family members
Rule waives annual deductibles for dependents of some active-duty members of Reserves, National Guard.
Oversight
OPM reevaluates human capital marks for management score card
Downgrades reflect initiatives are still in the works rather than failing, officials say.
Oversight
Telework becomes more attractive as quality-of-life concerns spike
As fuel prices, traffic and pollution peak, managers are becoming more open to letting employees work from home.
Pay & Benefits
OPM refines standards for reductions in force
Agencies will be able to separate out workers in pay-for-performance systems when downsizing.
Pay & Benefits
GSA increases per diems for some cities
About 400 locations will have fiscal 2009 rates higher than the national standard.
Pay & Benefits
Best Dates to Retire: Tax Considerations
Tax tips on clarifying your choice for the best time to call it a career.
Pay & Benefits
Senators try a new tactic to reopen FAA’s negotiations with controllers
Bipartisan legislation would restore requirements for mediation and arbitration in contract disputes.
Pay & Benefits
A Sick Leave Remedy
Employees in a newer retirement system could soon have an incentive to think twice before calling in sick.
Pay & Benefits
TSP launches custom user ID option
Feature is designed to replace assigned account numbers that sparked concern among participants last fall.
Pay & Benefits
Judge: FAA owes air traffic controllers overtime pay
Agency substituted compensation time and credit hours for money.
Defense
Military retirement system should be overhauled, quadrennial review board says
Changes in benefits and incentives for attracting health care workers also are recommended.
Oversight
Federal employee groups, nonprofits cautiously optimistic about OPM nominee
Michael Hager has personnel experience in the public and private sectors -- and bipartisan good will.
Pay & Benefits
Human capital officers weigh challenges
Highlights of a panel discussion about the government's top personnel officials.
Oversight
New bill would protect contract employees from discrimination and harassment
Legislation increases federal agencies’ liability in whistleblower and bias cases.
Pay & Benefits
Senate passes bill to restore back pay to GAO employees
Legislation would offer lump sum to analysts who were denied salary increases under new pay system.
Pay & Benefits
Unions question TSA plan to extend whistleblower rights
Agreement with MSPB provides agency too much control for effective oversight, labor leaders say.
Pay & Benefits
Best Dates to Retire 2009
A guide to picking the perfect day to leave in order to maximize your benefits.
Pay & Benefits