Management
Bill Granting GAO More Power Clears House
Legislation will now move to Senate, where it could have a champion in Sen. Clare McCaskill, D-Mo.
Oversight
Opinions of the Federal Government Hit All-Time Low
Gap between favorable views on federal and local governments continues to grow.
Oversight
Postal Reform Still At Least Several Months Off
As lawmakers seek to strike a deal, several key players are working on their own proposals, sources say.
Oversight
Bill Would Extend MSPB Appeal Rights to 7,500 Postal Employees
Measure would help USPS and employees save on legal fees, lawmaker says.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Proposes Extending Fed Health Benefits to Same Sex Partners
The expansion is one of many FEHB changes suggested to lawmakers.
Pay & Benefits
Senior Execs and Their Employees Don’t See Eye-to-Eye on Promotions
Overall, SES members much happier with their jobs than rank-and-file feds.
Management
Obama Budget Calls for Postage Rate Hike, Other USPS Reforms
White House seeks savings from postal agency's overhaul.
Management
Postal Service Reverses Plans to End Saturday Mail Delivery
USPS will now seek to reduce workforce and raise prices to address fiscal situation.
Oversight
Mailing Experts Hit Capitol Hill as Lawmakers Negotiate Postal Reform
Industry reps differ on pricing but all agree reform is necessary.
Defense
OPM to Agencies: Create Personal Advocates for Civilians Returning from Combat Zones
Each agency should designate a liaison to ensure employees receive benefits post combat.
Management
Obama: Budget Will Reduce the Deficit Without 'Aimless, Reckless' Cuts
President says his proposal will not hurt middle class or seniors, despite targeting federal employees and retirees.
Pay & Benefits
Obama’s Budget Targets COLAs, Federal Retirement Benefits
White House will propose a switch to the chained CPI and a hike in pension contributions.
Pay & Benefits
More Officials Dock Their Pay in Solidarity With Feds
Lawmakers and Cabinet chiefs announce plans to forfeit or donate portions of their salaries.
Pay & Benefits
Deciding Who Gets Furloughed Is a Sticky Wicket
Military technicians seek exemptions like many base teachers.
Management
Beleaguered Feds Likely to Lose Personnel Chief Within Two Weeks
April 13 will mark the final day of OPM Director John Berry’s tenure, according to federal statute.
Management
Help Wanted Assessing Costs and Benefits of Five-Day Mail Delivery
USPS oversight agency seeks contractors to assist with research.
Defense
It’s Official: Furloughs at Customs and Border Protection Postponed
CBP officers will retain regular hours and overtime rights -- for now.
Pay & Benefits
Across-the-Board Gains for TSP Funds in March
Thrift Savings Plan investments largely improve upon February’s numbers.
Thinking Ahead
Keeping the Mail Relevant
Paul Vogel has infused the Postal Service’s trusted brand with new digital services to define the future.
Oversight