Comparing the 2025 COLA to the 2025 Federal Pay Raise: 2.57% in 2025?
It is the time of year when federal employees and retirees start thinking about the COLA and annual pay raise. What are the likely figures for 2025?
Soon Feds May Be Able to File Health Insurance Claims Online
A new Biden administration initiative to crack down on "unnecessary headaches" for consumers will include plans for employees on the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Postal Service Health Benefits plans to submit out-of-network claims online, alongside other updates.
Are There Exceptions to the FEHB Five-Year Rule? Yes, but Uncommon
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) can grant pre-approved waivers of the five-year requirement in limited cases.
Legislation Would Abolish Official Time
Recently introduced legislation would do away with the federal employees' use of official time while conducting union-related business.
SSA Has a Plan, But Wants More Funding to Get It Done
The Social Security Administration (SSA) 2024 agenda's top priorities for the remainder of the year stem from over 5,000 recommendations from employees.