OPM Releases 2022 FEVS Results, New Diversity and Innovation Indexes
On Thursday, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released the government-wide results of the 2022 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS). The survey asks employees their views on their current work environment, including management, policies, and new initiatives.
Federal Employees Slated to Pay 8.7% More in Healthcare Premiums
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recently released details concerning the upcoming open season and participants are likely to see a significant increase in their health premium costs.
OPM, USDA Encourage Federal Workforce’s Support in Health, Hunger Relief
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director Kiran Ahuja outlined in a memo ways that federal employees can contribute to the White House's effort to combat hunger and improve Americans' health.
Class Action Reaches Preliminary Settlement with OPM, Contractor
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and its security contractor Peraton Risk Decision reached a preliminary settlement with a class action lawsuit concerning data breaches.
OPM Issues Sick Leave Fact Sheet Concerning Medical Related Travel
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a fact sheet Monday clarifying that federal employees may use sick leave for travel associated with accessing medical care.
OPM Issues Skills-based Guide to Recruitment for Federal Agencies
In a memo last Thursday, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) outlined more detailed skills-based hiring guidance for federal agencies to overcome persistent federal recruitment challenges.
OPM Launches CFC Special Solicitation for Ukraine Refugees
In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has initiated a special solicitation period in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).
OPM Launches Hub to Attract Cyber Talent to Government Service
In a memo this week, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) launched a resource hub to aid the government in attracting cyber talent.
Adverse Benefits Decisions by OPM Can Give Rise to Mixed Cases
The Federal Circuit held for the first time that an OPM decision to deny retirement benefits is an adverse personnel decision that can be appealed to the Merit Systems Protection Board.
OPM Raises Minimum Wage for Civilian Federal Employees to $15 Per Hour
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has issued guidance on how agencies should ensure civilian federal employees earn at least $15 per hour, modifying both the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage Service (FWS) pay scales.
Proposed Rule Instituting the Cummings Act, an Aid to Federal Whistleblowers
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has proposed rule to implement new regulations governing Federal anti-discrimination and whistleblower protection.
Open Season: The Insiders' Perspective
On the latest episode of the FEDtalk podcast, host Debra Roth sits down with open season experts to discuss coverage options, changes from the previous year, and all the ways federal employees can learn about their insurance options virtually.
White House Delays Vaccine Mandate Disciplinary Actions While the Pentagon Doubles Down
This week, the Biden administration delayed suspensions and firings for federal employees until 2022 despite 97 percent compliance with the mandate.
Alternately, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the Department of Defense (DOD) will not pay National Guard members who refuse to receive to comply with the federal vaccine mandate.
OPM Recaps Annual Leave Procedures, COVID-19 Special Rules
Federal employees may have some extra annual leave set to expire, according to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recent memorandum.
TSP Modernizing Effort to Bolster Retirement Security, New Features
An early stage of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) modernization effort has been announced by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) — coined the Converge Initiative by FRTIB employees. An app to access TSP, a mutual fund window, and expanded security functions similar to those provided by banks are part of the initiative.
As Federal Agencies Disclose Vaccine Enforcement Actions, the Disciplinary Process Begins
As the vaccine mandate deadline looms for federal employees, agencies are beginning to plan and initiate their enforcement plans.
OPM Proposes New FEDVIP Rule, Eligibility Extension and Enrollment Clarifications
In a proposed rule announced on October 19, 2021, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is advising an expansion of employee eligibility for the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). The program’s extension would include select temporary and seasonal workers, among others.
OPM Issues Vaccine Requirement Enforcement Guidelines for Federal Agencies
Regarding the “enforcement” of COVID-19 vaccine,. the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) advises agencies begin the disciplinary process as early as November 9, 2021.
OPM Releases Additional Guidance on Enforcement of Vaccine Mandate
On October 1, 2021, Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director Kiran Ahuja announced further guidance on implementing the vaccine mandate as all federal workers must be entirely vaccinated by November 22, 2021.
Feds Health Insurance Premiums to Increase 3.8 Percent
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announced on September 29, 2021, that federal employees will pay 3.8 percent more to healthcare premiums next year as a result of specialty drugs, treatments for chronic illnesses, and the COVID-19 pandemic.