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Safeguards Against Future Schedule F Now in Place Anyone determined to politicize the federal workforce will not be able to randomly fire career civil servants without cause under regulations published earlier this year by the Office of Personnel Management. Prompted by a petition from NTEU in response to the first Schedule F executive order in 2020, OPM ...

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WASHINGTON – Federal employees would receive an average 4.3 percent pay increase next year under legislation introduced today and endorsed by the National Treasury Employees Union.  Passing the Federal Adjustment of Income Rates (FAIR) Act, sponsored by Sen. Brian Schatz of Hawaii and Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia, would be a positive sign that lawmakers ...

The National Taxpayer Advocate’s annual report to Congress said the IRS also made major strides toward improving its information technology systems while expanding in-person help at its Taxpayer Assistance Centers by adding evening and weekend service in many locations. After a decade of budget and staffing cuts, the IRS was able to begin rebuilding and ...

NTEU Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day On Monday, NTEU will join the nation in celebrating the life, legacy and service of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Download our flier and learn about the National Day of Service. National Taxpayer Advocate Report Highlights IRS ...

Here are some rights and benefits that exist for federal employees because of NTEU’s efforts: • Enhanced AWS and telework options • Proper overtime pay now • Procedures for fair evaluations and promotions • Flexible spending accounts and long-term care insurance • Protection against arbitrary reassignments, reductions-in-force and unfair ...

The NTEU Disaster Fund, administered through the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund, provides grants to help employees at NTEU-represented agencies with temporary needs not covered by insurance and replacement beds. The funds can also be used to help cover temporary lodging for those forced to evacuate. Employees who plan to apply for assistance ...

Known as the Holman Rule, it has the potential to unfairly target individual employees based on political or policy differences. If used, the action would require approval by the Senate to become law. NTEU will be closely monitoring any instance where this tool can be used to harm the workforce, and work with our allies in Congress to fight it. Here is how ...

Registration is now open for the 5th annual Feds in Motion Challenge with a 30 percent off early bird discount. Whether solo or with a team, walk, run, bike, hike, swim, roll or row your way to 37 miles this spring. The challenge kicks off May 1 and runs through June 6. Your support moves FEEA's mission forward - to provide emergency hardship loads, ...

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With his support, Congress passed the milestone Civil Service Reform Act of 1978, protecting the non-partisan civil service and declaring that federal sector collective bargaining is in the public interest. In today’s political climate, this landmark reform establishes that federal employees are hired and promoted based on talent, not cronyism, and stands as ...

As part of his budget request, Biden proposed giving civilian federal employees an average a 1.7 percent across-the-board pay increase with a 0.3 percent average bump in locality pay. The Office of Personnel Management has issued new pay tables incorporating the pay raise at every level of the General Schedule and for each locality pay area. The pay raise ...

Congress acted shortly after midnight to clear a continuing resolution (CR) that extends current fiscal levels until mid-March. The president is expected to sign it. Thank you to all the members who sent thousands of emails and made phone calls to your members of Congress. Your voices made a difference and helped lawmakers understand the devastating effects ...

The law eliminates two problematic rules known as the Government Pension Offset and the Windfall Elimination Provision because they unfairly cut benefits to nearly 3 million retirees with a history of public service, or their survivors. NTEU members for years have urged Congress to eliminate WEP and GPO. The hard work paid off as the legislation passed the ...

Your NTEU leaders National President Doreen Greenwald and National Executive Vice President Terry Scott share a special holiday message:

The temporary funding deal, which will need bipartisan support, must pass the House and Senate in time for President Biden to sign it before agency funding expires at midnight on Friday.  As in previous funding deadlines, it is possible that final votes could extend beyond the midnight deadline and into the weekend, though that is unlikely to cause significant ...

It all started back in 1938 when a group of Internal Revenue collectors organized to improve their working conditions. At the Bureau of Internal Revenue, the pay was low, the work dangerous and many had no civil service protections to protect them from the whims of political bosses. Other federal employee organizations were unwilling to represent these revenue ...

That organization is the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA). When a major storm strikes, or a severe illness occurs, FEEA is there for these federal employees who need an extra hand. For almost 40 years, FEEA has been there to assist federal employees in times of dire need by providing grants and no-interest loans. NTEU is a founding member ...

The 5th annual challenge is all about teamwork and moving in your favorite way — walk, roll, run, bike, swim, or however you move best to reach a goal of 37 miles (or more!) in 37 days. Participate on your own, or start a virtual team of friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors. Registering and participating helps support The Federal Employee Education and ...

Vote YES to bring NTEU to CRT! After a record-breaking organizing campaign (we reached a majority of 1187s in CRT in just ONE month and continue to grow) showing the momentum and depth of our support, you now get to vote for union representation with NTEU. Watch for voting information mailed to you from the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) which ...

FEEA is the only charity devoted exclusively to helping federal employees and their families. Your gift will help federal employees struggling financially due to natural disasters or other unforeseen events. FEEA also hosts an annual scholarship program for federal employees and their family members. Donate to FEEA here or make a pledge during the Combined ...

NTEU members and retirees are invited to join the Scholarship Selection Committee to assist in the selection process of merit-based scholarships to deserving students. With comprehensive training, flexible time commitment, and the ability to participate from anywhere, this opportunity is perfect for anyone looking to make a positive impact. No matter your ...

WASHINGTON – American taxpayers would face a degradation in services and a larger federal deficit if Congress cuts an additional $20 billion from the ongoing rebuild and modernization of the IRS. The National Treasury Employees Union, which represents frontline IRS employees around the country, is urging Congress to preserve the intent of the Inflation ...

NTEU National President Doreen Greenwald shares a special message of thanks. Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving, NTEU!

The Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 scholarship program. Now through March 13, current civilian federal and postal employees with at least three years of service can apply for merit-based scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Spouses and children of federal employees may also ...

WASHINGTON – Federal employees on average earned 24.72 percent less this year than workers in similar private sector jobs, according to a report by the Federal Salary Council released today. The pay gap is an important data point in the debate over federal salaries and clearly shows the government needs higher wages to compete with the private sector for the ...

To help you make informed, and potentially cost-saving decisions, NTEU is again offering members free access to the interactive Consumers’ Checkbook plan comparison tool. The tool provides a personalized total cost estimate (including premium and out-of-pocket costs) for every FEHBP plan and allows you to see which plans might save you the most money or ...

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We chose a path that allows us to work to preserve some of the most beautiful places in the country. We enjoy the challenge, the teamwork, and the rewards that come at the end of a good shift. But today, decisions are being made at our agency without any input from us – the people who do the real work of BLM. We want to ensure that we can keep everything we ...

Federal employees are there to help their fellow Americans every day—especially when crisis hits—and NTEU is there to help those in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. Here is how we are working to help our members affected by Harvey’s strong winds and devastating flooding: Working with Agencies and Our Chapters The safety of federal employees is our number one ...

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Philip Patrick Policarpio, who was among the FBI’s Top Ten Fugitives, was wanted by the Los Angeles Police Department for allegedly shooting his pregnant girlfriend in the head. An FBI statement announcing Policarpio’s May 29 capture didn’t identify the CBP employees who apprehended him, but Chapter 105 named them—CBP Officer Edward McKnight and CBP Canine ...

The time off is “subject to a determination by the agency” and employees should seek approval prior to taking the leave. NTEU encourages all its members to make a plan to vote by Nov. 5. If your request to participate in the democratic process is denied, contact your NTEU chapter.

Who We Are NTEU is comprised of a diverse group of individuals who share in common a commitment to public service. We proudly represent law enforcement officers, scientists, attorneys and cyber-security experts. Our members are revenue officers, food inspectors, bank examiners, park rangers and the list goes on. Each of these federal workers plays an important ...

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It is not just one big looming threat from one source, but a series of attacks on nearly every single corner of the federal workplace. The threat level is high and far exceeds the usual perennial proposals to cut employee pay and benefits. For federal employees, more than ever, everything is on the line in the 2024 election cycle. What Federal Employees Could ...

NTEU National President Doreen Greenwald announced the decision after extensive research into the candidates’ records regarding the federal workforce, and consultation with NTEU members and chapter leaders across the country. “When it comes to treating federal employees with respect, valuing their service and investing in their work, Kamala Harris is the ...

The overall, government-wide employee engagement index score was 73 percent, up from 72 percent last year and the highest score since FEVS started gauging it. The index measures the general employee view of the workplace as well as how employees feel about their agency leadership. There was also improvement on many of the key statements that employees were ...

This latest round of relief through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) brings the total to $74 billion for more than one million borrowers. The relief is credited to fixes that the administration made to the PSLF program at the urging of NTEU and its members who were previously denied relief they believed they were getting. Prior to these ...

Around 40 employees learned about why this election is so critical to federal employees from National President Doreen Greenwald and National Executive Vice President Terry Scott. The informational session was followed up with a game of mini golf and lunch hosted by United Benefits. “Our chapter felt it was important to express the importance of supporting ...

This year, our chapters found fun and creative ways to recognize your role in delivering for our country and improving federal workplaces. Some chapters treated members to catered lunches, food trucks, lunch-and-learns, town halls and even in-office spa days complete with smoothies. Other chapters brought the celebrations offsite and invited members and their ...

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