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Uncertainty is the only constant in the Pentagon's budget outlook

1 month ago | federaltimes.com | Noah Robertson |Courtney Albon |Leo Shane III

For the first time ever, the Pentagon is set to spend a year without a full congressional budget - a sharp drop in spending that threatens to throttle the military's work, from weapons programs to training. The Senate passed a six-month continuing resolution, or temporary spending bill Friday, after Congress failed to reach a budget deal before a midnight deadline.
Senate passes six-month funding bill to avoid government shutdown

1 month ago | federaltimes.com | Leo Shane III

The Senate passed a six-month spending bill on Friday hours before a government shutdown, overcoming sharp Democratic opposition to the measure and sending it to President Donald Trump to be signed into law. The vote was 54-46. Democrats voiced frustration that Republicans went ahead with a measure they said included little input from them, and one they viewed as shortchanging key priorities such as health care and housing assistance.
Trump administration plans to cut 80,000 VA employees, memo says

1 month ago | federaltimes.com | Leo Shane III

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning a reorganization that includes cutting over 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care for retired military members, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press. The VA's chief of staff, Christopher Syrek, told top-level officials at the agency that it had an objective to cut enough employees to return to 2019 staffing levels of just under 400,000.
Watchdog agency's closure could lead to more military financial scams

2 months ago | federaltimes.com | Leo Shane III |Karen Jowers

Democratic lawmakers and advocacy groups are warning veterans and military families to be wary of new financial scams targeting their communities amid the White House's move to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Board. The CFPB was founded in 2011 to serve as an independent bureau within the Federal Reserve, to ensure that financial products and services offered to Americans are fair and transparent.
Military kids deserve to stay on their parents' Tricare plan until 26

Nov 15, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Karen Jowers

Every person who chooses to serve in the United States military has a different and unique experience. Recognizing this individuality, we as elected officials try to smooth out the highs and lows that impact veterans and service members and assess the potential unintended consequences of our legislative initiatives.
What military families need to know about Tricare open season

Oct 28, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Karen Jowers

As this year's Tricare open season draws near, some military familiesmay need to actbefore the end of the year to avoid losing coverage, as new Tricare contracts and regions take effect Jan. 1. Enrolled beneficiaries living in one of the 26 states in the new Tricare West Region, including the six states moving from the East to the West Region, must provide their payment information to the new West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance, before Jan. 1.
Tricare announces temporary enrollment freeze and online limitations

Oct 22, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Karen Jowers

Military community, take note: Defense health officials recently announced some limitations to online options for Tricare beneficiaries making changes to their health plans, starting with a global enrollment freeze that will affect any Tricare plan from Oct. 25-27. During those three days, Tricarebeneficiarieswon't be able to update their information or make changes to their plans, including overseas and dental plans. The Oct.
Can I negotiate my federal salary offer?

Jul 17, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Reg Jones

The following is a question submitted by a reader to Federal Times columnist Reg Jones, a charter member of the senior executive service and the resident expert on federal employee retirement issues. "I am a federal employee and I am hoping you will be able to provide some insight for my perplexing situation. I was hired in February 2023 as a GS-5 Step 1. In May 2023, I moved to another division within that department and became a GS-6. I currently work in this position.
What are the pros and cons to Medicare Part B for retirees?

Jul 11, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Reg Jones

The following is a question submitted by a Federal Times reader to columnist Kevin Moss, a senior editor at Consumers' Checkbook and expert on federal employee health insurance plans for civil servants, retirees and their families. The question and response have been edited for clarity and confidentiality. "Am I to understand that Medicare is an integral part of retirement at age 65, even if a federal employee has an FEHB in retirement. Why is this?
How to establish an effective data management governance program

Jul 10, 2024 | federaltimes.com | Molly Weisner

In Part 1 of a two-part series on how federal agencies can adopt improved data management programs, Joah Iannotta Senior Data Governance Expert at ABSG Consulting Inc., looks at the importance of combining policy with a well-planned compliance and evaluation program and the risk to an agency of not taking this approach.