FEDWeek

Court Blocks Shutdown RIFs for Now; OMB Says 10K Could be Fired
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against OMB from proceeding with RIFs amid the ongoing government shutdown. …More

Large Share of Federal Workforce about to Experience a Payless Pay Period
A large share of the federal workforce stands to receive no pay in the pay distribution for the biweekly pay …More

OPM Details Coverage Changes, Plan Dropouts for FEHB/PSHB in 2026
OPM has spelled out more details of health insurance coverage changes and plan availability for the 2026 plan year, with …More

Senate Passage of Defense Bill Leaves Union Issue to Conference with House
The Senate has passed its version of the National Defense Authorization Act (S-2296), leaving to an upcoming conference with the …More

TSP Takes Step toward Upcoming In-Plan Roth Conversions
The TSP has proposed rules to carry out the previously announced authority beginning in calendar year 2026 for investors to …More

MSPB Quorum Reinstated with Confirmation of Second Member
The Senate has confirmed James Woodruff, who among other roles has represented the Air Force in proceedings before the MSPB …More
Federal Retirement & Financial Planning Report

Lifecycle Funds Help Smooth over Flaws in Retirement Saving, Says Report
Retirement savers tend to have a too-negative attitude toward the potential risks and returns of investing in stocks and stock …More
Federal Manager's Daily Report

Withholding of Funding for Central IG Council Draws Response in House
Two leading House Democrats have added their voices to a call on OMB to restore withheld funding from the central …More
TSP Investment Report

TSP in 2025: Gains, Tariffs, Rates and the Long View
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has a 38-year history of success. It has been compared to many private sector index funds. Like …More
Armed Forces News

The Benefits of Hiring Veterans as Employees
Bringing veterans into your workforce means tapping into a highly skilled, disciplined, and versatile group of professionals with exceptional leadership …More