In-DepthVeterans groups clash over provisions in sweeping VA benefits bill
Federal Times ·
Policy & Legislation
Executive orders, legislation, telework, workforce reductions, and policy changes affecting military and federal employees.
In-DepthHouse Passes FY2027 NDAA with Quality-of-Life Provisions and a Higher Proposed Pay Raise Than Senate
FEDweek ·
In-DepthHouse Oversight Panel Advances Bills on IG Council, FEHB/PSHB Drug Costs, and Rulemaking
FEDweek ·
In-DepthHouse Delays 60-Bill Veterans Package Amid Split Among Major VSOs Over Benefits
Military.com ·
In-DepthHouse NDAA rejects civilian workforce cuts and anti-union proposals
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthExpanding paid leave for federal workers is back on the table
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Social Media, AI and Political Campaigns: New Hatch Act Risks for Federal Employees
FedSmith ·
In-DepthHouse NDAA rejects DoD civilian workforce cuts and anti-union proposals
Federal News Network ·
In-DepthDivisive veterans benefits bill stalls in the House
Task & Purpose ·
OPM Will No Longer Centrally Administer the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS)
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthHouse committee weighs options to prevent future government shutdowns
Federal News Network ·
In-DepthHouse NDAA would rename the Defense Department as the “Department of War”
The Hill ·
Judge finds FEMA employee Mary Comans was unlawfully fired amid U.S. DOGE Service cuts
Washington Post — Federal Insider ·
In-DepthDems introduce bill to protect feds’ credit scores during shutdowns
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
In-DepthOPM Proposes Eliminating Outdated Time-in-Grade Rule
OPM News ·
New DOJ Process Could Restore Gun Rights for Some Veterans
Military.com ·
In-DepthHouse Passes Defense Bill Including 5%–7% Military Pay Raise and Other Personnel Changes
Military.com ·
OPM Re-Establishes Privacy Act Matching Program With SSA to Verify Income for Eligibility Determinations
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
In-DepthWhat’s in the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act: 62 bills affecting veterans and VA programs
Stars and Stripes ·
OPM: Forced-Distribution Performance Ratings Apply to the Current Rating Cycle
FEDweek ·
In-DepthOPM finalizes rule expanding its authority to remove federal employees for suitability and conduct issues
GovExec — Workforce ·
In-DepthMore than 50 House Democrats demand transparency on Schedule F reclassification
GovExec — Workforce +1 source ·
In-DepthHouse passes NDAA with proposed Pentagon spending hike, 'Department of War' rename, and 5%–7% military pay raise
Federal News Network +1 source ·
In-DepthLawmakers look to avoid government shutdowns—and reconsider getting rid of them entirely
Government Executive ·
Watchdog: HHS and VA crisis hotline operations stayed consistent despite staffing cuts
Nextgov/FCW +1 source ·
In-DepthHouse votes to adopt Department of War renaming in annual defense bill
Federal News Network ·
In-DepthPrevent Government Shutdowns Act Would Keep Funding Flowing and Pressure Congress to Finish the Budget
FedSmith ·
In-DepthHow a $10B veterans bill became a $78B debate: What changed in the Richard Star Act
Navy Times ·
In-DepthHow a $10 billion veterans bill became a $78 billion debate
Military Times ·
In-DepthCBO Report: H.R. 6993, Veterans TBI Breakthrough Exploration of Adaptive Care Opportunities Nationwide Act of 2026
CBO Reports ·
DOL Highlights Executive Order 14247 Mandating Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT)
Department of Labor — News Releases ·
In-DepthHouse narrowly votes to presume approval for qualified troops and Pentagon employees to carry personal firearms on military bases
Fox News — Politics ·
In-DepthHouse passes stopgap funding bill to avert shutdown through Dec. 4
The Hill +1 source ·
In-DepthLawmakers revive bill to limit pay disruptions in future government shutdowns
FNN — Government Shutdown +1 source ·
GAO Flags Improper Payments and Workforce Management Issues Needing OPM and OMB Action
FEDweek ·
In-DepthTrump seeks to scrap the Douglas factors framework for federal employee discipline
GovExec — Workforce ·
In-DepthMajor veterans package edges closer to a House vote
Stars and Stripes ·
OPM Issues Direct Final Rule Updating Obsolete Civil Service Rules Under Executive Order 14410
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
In-DepthCongress Weighs Early Stopgap Funding Bill to Prevent a Government Shutdown
FEDmanager ·
Lawsuit seeks to force OPM to update reservist differential pay guidance
FNN — Congress ·
In-DepthArbitrator Orders U.S. Forest Service to Restore Telework Agreements for 20,000 Employees
FEDmanager ·
MSPB transitions away from authority over certain adverse action appeals as OPM takes over decisions
Federal News Network ·
H.R. 9237 Would Require VA to Establish a Telework Policy Within 180 Days
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthOPM and MSPB Propose Rule to Streamline Removal of Federal Employees
NARFE News ·
In-DepthSen. Kaine, Durbin, Cassidy, Tillis and King Introduce Bipartisan PROMISE Act on Social Security Trust Fund
NARFE News ·
In-DepthAction Alert: Support the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act (H.R. 4632 / S. 4632)
NARFE News ·
Federal employees allowed to use TikTok again after government-phone ban lifted
Reddit — r/fednews ·
NTEU sets deadline for members to resume paying union dues amid loss of bargaining rights
Government Executive +1 source ·
TCAVA Fallout Could Put Millions of Veterans’ Voting Access at Risk
Military.com ·
In-DepthLawmakers, unions and civil society groups urge OPM to withdraw governmentwide NDA plan
GovExec — Workforce ·
OPM’s Kupor Cites MSPB Backlog for Moving Suitability and RIF Appeals In-House
FEDweek ·
OneGov AI deals are ending, but behavioral dependency could lock in federal workers
FedScoop ·
OPM Issues Guidance on New Appeals Programs for Suitability, RIFs, and Probationary Employees
FEDweek ·
Judge orders VA to again maintain collective bargaining with AFGE
Reddit — r/fednews +1 source ·
In-DepthFederal employees in Schedule Policy/Career worry about job security and retaliation after loss of protections
FNN — Unions +1 source ·
NARFE Submits Comments on OPM/MSPB Proposed Rule on Employee Accountability
NARFE News +1 source ·
In-DepthCBO Report: S. 3303, Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities for Veterans Act
CBO Reports ·
OPM Issues New Guidance Ahead of Taking Over Certain Federal Employee Appeals
FEDmanager +1 source ·
In-DepthBipartisan Bill Would Fund $25M ‘4D’ Software to Improve Veterans’ Respiratory Health
Military.com ·
Senate Approves Nominees for OSC, MSPB, and FLRA
FEDweek +1 source ·
In-DepthOPM Proposes New Rules for Administrative Leave and Deferred Resignation Programs
Federal Register — OPM ·
In-DepthHouse GOP leaders unveil stopgap funding bill to avert shutdown ahead of expected vote next week
The Hill ·
Reddit post claims NTEU will remove non-dues-paying members from membership rolls Sept. 5
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthCBO Report: S. 410, Love Lives On Act of 2025 (Reported by Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
CBO Reports ·
In-DepthSenate rule change would pause senators’ pay during future shutdowns
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
In-DepthHouse GOP again cancels vote on VA overhaul bill amid veterans benefits fight
Government Executive ·
Judge rejects VA’s third attempt to cancel union contracts
Reddit — r/fednews +2 sources ·
Trump-Era Military Spouse Commission Opens Public Comment Submissions
Military.com ·
Proposal Would Extend Lifetime ID Theft Protection for Federal Employees Ahead of Coverage Expiration
Reddit — r/fednews ·
OPM preparing to take over federal employee appeals
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthCBO Report: S. 1868, Critical Access for Veterans Care Act
CBO Reports ·
In-DepthDisputed veterans benefits bill pulled before House vote
Navy Times ·
Union sues TSA over records tied to airport screening privatization plans
Federal News Network +1 source ·
AFGE sues TSA for records on airport screening privatization plans
FNN — Unions ·
TSA union sues agency over FOIA delays tied to Gold+ privatization initiative
FedScoop ·
Freedom Haulers initiative aims to put American veterans first
Stars and Stripes ·
In-DepthDisputed veterans benefits bill pulled before House vote amid controversy
Army Times ·
OPM Re-Establishes Privacy Act Computer Matching Program With SSA for Social Security Benefit Data
Federal Register — OPM ·
Mediation agency changes how federal labor disputes move forward
Government Executive ·
FMCS clarifies when it can decline to provide arbitrators in federal labor disputes
GovExec — Workforce ·
In-DepthHouse postpones vote on divisive veterans benefits bill
Task & Purpose ·
Union Lawsuit Says EEOC’s Suspension of Federal Class Cases Violates the Law
FEDweek +1 source ·
OPM Launches Website for Accessing Employee Records After Separation
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthWhat’s in the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act: A rundown of 62 bills
Stars and Stripes ·
Federal Employees Take Notice as MSPB Drops ‘Independent’ Status
FEDweek ·
Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed at Supporting Military Spouses
Military.com ·
In-DepthTop House Democrat urges splitting veterans omnibus to move Major Richard Star Act
Navy Times ·
In-DepthTop House Democrat urges splitting veterans omnibus to advance Major Richard Star Act
Military Times ·
Democrats Warn MSPB Ruling Could Weaken Federal Civil Service Protections
FEDmanager +1 source ·
Final Rule Moves Federal Suitability Appeals from MSPB to OPM
FEDweek ·
OPM says key parts of federal employee performance overhaul are ‘non-negotiable’
FNN — Unions ·
OPM: Key parts of federal employee performance overhaul are ‘non-negotiable’ despite bargaining
Federal News Network +2 sources ·
OPM Finalizes Rule Boosting Performance Ratings in RIF Retention, Shifts Appeals Process
FEDweek +1 source ·
OPM Issues Guidance on Collective Bargaining After New Performance Appraisal Rule
NARFE News +1 source ·
OPM Finalizes Rule Shifting Suitability Appeals Away From MSPB
FEDweek ·
Executive Order Establishes the President’s Military Spouse Commission
White House Briefing Room +1 source ·
Trump executive order creates President’s Military Spouse Commission, chaired by Defense Secretary’s wife
The Hill +1 source ·
Trump executive order creates Military Spouse Commission to address childcare, housing, jobs and healthcare
Fox News — Politics ·
OPM Finalizes New Appeal Process for RIF Furloughs, Demotions, and Separations (Replacing MSPB)
Federal Register — OPM ·
OPM Final Rule Streamlines Appeals for Probationary and Trial Period Terminations
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
OPM Final Rule Shifts RIF, Long Furlough, and Demotion Appeals From MSPB to OPM
Federal Register — OPM ·
OPM Final Rule Shifts RIF Furlough/Separation/Demotion Appeals From MSPB to OPM
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
In-DepthControversy may delay House vote on the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
Politico — Defense +1 source ·
In-DepthNDAA proposal affecting federal workers draws Capitol Hill scrutiny over whistleblower impacts
GovExec — Workforce ·
In-DepthMajor veterans package moves closer to a House vote
Stars and Stripes ·
In-DepthOPM Finalizes Rules for Forced Distribution Performance Ratings Across Federal Workforce
FEDweek ·
IRS and SSA Suspend Advanced Leave; Union Claims Contract Violation
FEDweek +1 source ·
In-DepthOPM and MSPB Propose Rule Changes to Make Federal Employee Removals Easier
NARFE News ·
VA-Union Contract Fight Intensifies as Expiration Nears, With Dispute Over Rollover Clause and Court Authority
FEDweek ·
VA Again Seeks to End Master Union Contract; AFGE Cites Rollover Clause
FEDweek ·
Report: EEOC told judges to pause federal workers’ class discrimination cases amid enforcement overhaul
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthUnions Sue DoD Over Cancellation of Collective Bargaining Agreements
NARFE News +1 source ·
OPM Updates Rules for Submitting FLSA Claims
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
OPM Updates Procedures for Submitting and Settling Administrative Claims
Federal Register — OPM +1 source ·
OPM Interim Final Rule Removes UGESP References From Federal Personnel Regulations After DOJ OLC Opinion
Federal Register — OPM ·
In-DepthTake Care of America’s Veterans Act divides veterans groups
Stars and Stripes ·
Article Claims Trump Administration Policies Target Federal Workers With Disabilities
Reddit — r/fednews ·
House NDAA Pushes Pentagon to Develop Next-Generation MREs
Air Force Times +5 sources ·
In-DepthArbitrator orders Forest Service to roll back return-to-office requirements
Federal News Network ·
In-DepthHouse GOP standoff over SAVE Act threatens major veterans benefits expansion
Fox News — Politics ·
In-DepthTrump order would reclassify about 8,000 federal employees as at-will under new Schedule Policy/Career
GovExec — Workforce ·
Union Lawsuit Claims EEOC Is Illegally Delaying Federal Class Action Cases
FEDweek ·
In-DepthTrump administration reshapes federal employee discipline and removal rules
Federal News Network ·
Union sues EEOC over pause on processing federal class action discrimination complaints
Reddit — r/fednews ·
In-DepthTrump Poised to Strip More Workers’ Civil Service Protections
Reddit — r/fednews ·
Panian v. Blanche lawsuit: Judge orders preliminary injunction restoring telework as a reasonable accommodation
Reddit — r/fednews ·
AFGE sues EEOC over suspension of federal class action EEO complaint processing
Federal News Network +1 source ·
Digital IDs are reshaping how government verifies identity and handles personal data
Federal News Network ·
AFGE sues over EEOC’s apparent halt of federal employee class-action cases against agencies
Government Executive +1 source ·
In-DepthVeterans groups clash over details in sweeping VA benefits bill
Navy Times ·
Action Alert: Urge Congress to Cosponsor the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act (H.R. 4632 / S. 4632)
NARFE News +1 source ·
In-DepthVeterans groups clash over provisions in the Taking Care of America’s Veterans Act
Army Times ·
OPM: Agencies May Need to Bargain Over Some Performance Appraisal Policy Changes
FEDweek ·
OPM Clarifies What Performance Rating Policies Remain Negotiable
FEDweek ·
CBO Scores S. 1665, the Obligations to Aberdeen’s Trusted Heroes Act of 2026
CBO Reports +1 source ·
In-DepthDHS officials warn shutdown is creating growing operational backlogs
FNN — Government Shutdown ·
In-DepthCoast Guard partially reopens National Maritime Center amid shutdown backlog
FNN — Government Shutdown ·
In-DepthOPM and MSPB Propose Rules to Streamline Performance- and Misconduct-Based Actions
Federal Register — OPM ·
In-DepthDHS warns it will again stop paying employees in May if shutdown continues
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Pennsylvania Now Requires PTSD and TBI Training for Veteran Service Officers
Military.com +1 source ·
In-DepthTrump signs order moving thousands of federal employees into Schedule F
GovExec — Workforce ·
House Panel Advances Bills on IG Council, FEHB/PSHB Prescription Drug Costs, and Rulemaking
Reddit — r/fednews ·
SSA Reportedly Suspends Advanced Leave Indefinitely
Reddit — r/fednews ·
Arbitrator rules IRS return-to-office orders violated union agreement; telework to be restored
FNN — Unions ·
NDAA Funds New Blast Overpressure Task Force to Advance TBI Research
Military.com ·
OPM Seeks Public Comment on New Information Collection for OPM E-File System (OMB 3206-NEW)
Federal Register — OPM ·
In-DepthLawmakers push budget provision to require flu vaccine for all service members after deadly outbreak
Army Times ·
House NDAA blocks proposed DoD civilian workforce cuts and rejects anti-union measure
FNN — Congress ·
Unions seek injunction to restore collective bargaining at the Defense Department
GovExec — Workforce +1 source ·
Labor Department issues FLSA opinion letters on commuter travel time and remote work
Department of Labor — News Releases ·
Arbitrator restores telework for IRS workers amid 2025 return-to-office dispute
GovExec — Workforce ·
Arbitrator restores telework for IRS employees amid 2025 return-to-office push
GovExec — Workforce +1 source ·
CBO Report: S. 410, Love Lives On Act of 2025 (Reported by Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
CBO Reports ·
Laid-off federal employees spotlight lasting impacts of State Dept RIF
FNN — Unions ·
Pentagon tests digital system to replace PDF budget transfers
FNN — Budget +1 source ·
Arbitrator restores telework and remote work at the Forest Service after contract violation
GovExec — Workforce +1 source ·
Arbitrator orders Forest Service to restore telework and remote work agreements
GovExec — Workforce +1 source ·
White House Issues NSPM-12 to Elevate Federal Cybersecurity—Implementation Now the Focus
MeriTalk +1 source ·
OPM Final Rule Updates Performance Appraisals for GS and Prevailing Rate Employees
Federal Register — OPM ·
Federal employees moved to Schedule Policy/Career fear loss of protections and retaliation
FNN — Unions ·
Federal employees in Schedule Policy/Career worry about job security after losing civil service protections
FNN — Unions ·
Unions sue DoD over termination of collective bargaining agreements
FNN — Unions +1 source ·
DoD Updates Privacy Act System of Records for Suicide Event Reporting (DoDSER)
Federal Register — DoD ·
OPM outlines three proposed changes to the federal employee removal process
FNN — Unions +1 source ·
NTEU sues Treasury and HHS over thousands of stalled telework accommodation requests for disabled employees
FNN — Unions ·
Judge blocks FLRA move to take control of certain union election cases
GovExec — Workforce ·
Lawmakers, unions and civil society groups urge OPM to withdraw governmentwide NDA plan
GovExec — Workforce ·
OPM Finalizes Rule to Strengthen Accountability and Integrity Across the Federal Workforce
OPM News +1 source ·
House Oversight Committee probes rising tax delinquency among federal employees
FNN — Pay +1 source ·
OPM Prepares NDA Requirement for Federal Employees Handling Sensitive Information After Major Leaks
OPM News ·
OPM Drafting NDA Requirement for Federal Employees Handling Sensitive Information After Major Leaks
OPM News +1 source ·
NTEU urges Trump administration to relax telework rules and raise mileage reimbursement as gas prices rise
GovExec — Pay & Benefits +1 source ·
House passes budget bill funding VA and military construction
Federal Times +1 source ·
Senate approves resolution to withhold senators’ pay during future government shutdowns
FNN — Government Shutdown +2 sources ·