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Feds' health premiums to rise in 2021

The coronavirus pandemic was a driver in keeping premium hikes lower than otherwise would have been the case, according to an OPM official. View More
Feds, unions continue push to make deferred payroll tax optional

Feds and their unions are pushing back against one COVID-era policy billed as “help”—but that seems, to some, sure to end up hurting. View More
Is there any real relief with 'deferred' payroll tax?

A major federal employee union is amplifying its objections to President Trump’s executive order currently compelling feds to put off payment of payroll taxes. View More

Would I have to keep paying insurance premiums in a furlough?Apr 06, 2014

It varies by the type of insurance. Your Federal Employees Health Benefits program coverage will continue as long as your salary is sufficient to withhold premiums. Your agency also will continue paying its share. If your pay is insufficient to cover your FEHB premiums during a pay period, you may opt to pay the premiums directly to your payroll office, incur a debt, or terminate coverage. View More
What voluntary payroll withholdings can I request?Jul 25, 2017

For active employees, there are several common withholdings. View More
What are the mandatory deductions from salary?Jul 25, 2017

For CSRS employees, the civil service retirement deduction is 7 percent of pay subject to the deduction. For CSRS Offset employees, the deduction is 0.8 percent. View More
Are retirement deductions taken from all types of compensation?Jul 25, 2017
What voluntary payroll withholdings can I request?Jul 25, 2017
Can my salary be garnisheed?Jul 25, 2017

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