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December 2017
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News: OPM opens CFC for retiree giving
OPM has begun to solicit Federal and military retirees for the 2017 campaign.
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Open Season Quality Comparison Tool
Use OPM's Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Plan Comparison Tool to help you choose the right plan for you and your family.
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Dismissal and Closure Operating Status Decision
Learn how OPM and our local partners work together to determine an operating status change for the Federal Government in the Washington, DC area.
November 2017
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Federal Benefits Open Season Begins
The FEHB Program covers over 8.2 million employees, retirees, and their families all across the country. For 2018, there will be 262 health plan choices available, with 15 of them available nationwide. To help you find the right plan for you and your family, OPM’s website provides plan details, including costs, provider directory, services, and benefits.
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OPM Celebrates Native American Heritage Day
OPM celebrates National Native American Heritage Day and recognizes the accomplishments of the people who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of what eventually became the United States. Native American Heritage Day is a civil holiday observed the day after Thanksgiving in the U.S.
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OPM releases Human Capital Business Reference Model
OPM has released the Federal Human Capital Business Reference Model (HCBRM), a functional tool that takes the first step toward the goal of establishing a common human resource (HR) experience for Federal employees across agencies.
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OPM Increases the Federal Academic Alliance to 15 Colleges and Universities
OPM has entered into academic agreements with four additional schools bringing the total number of colleges and universities in the Federal Academic Alliance to 15.
October 2017
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Combined Federal Campaign: Online Giving Now Open
Online giving through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) site is officially open! Employees may now visit a brand new, centralized giving portal for all potential CFC contributors across the nation.
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Presidential Management Fellows Application Open
The Class of 2018 Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program is open for applicants today. Read more about the PMF Program and how to apply for the Class of 2018.
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Statement: OPM names new Chief Information Officer
Acting Director of the Office of Personnel Management Kathy McGettigan announced today that David Garcia will serve as OPM’s new Chief Information Officer (CIO).
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OPM Announces 2018 Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program Premiums
OPM announced today that the overall average increase in total premiums for the 2018 Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program will rise by an average of four percent.
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Statement: OPM issues joint memo on opioid crisis
OPM has released a memo, created with the U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), to instruct the Federal workforce about what they can do to help prevent opioid misuse in light of the current opioid abuse crisis in the United States.
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OPM Announces 2017 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Results
OPM today released government-wide results from the 2017 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS), which allowed government employees to share their opinions about what matters most to them, and gave them the opportunity to let their leadership know how they feel about their job, their supervisor, and their agency.
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OPM launches new CFC donor pledge website
OPM has launched the new CFC donor pledge website, opening up the campaign’s ability to accept online pledges for participating charities.
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News: OPM extends PMF application period
OPM has extended the application period for individuals to submit their applications for admission to the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Class of 2018 to Monday, November 6 at noon EST.
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OPM Establishes Emergency Leave Transfer Program to Assist Feds Affected by the California Wildfires
OPM issued a memo today to establish an Emergency Leave Transfer Program (ELTP) for Federal employees adversely affected by the wildfires in California.
September 2017
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National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. This year's theme is: "Disasters don't plan ahead. You can." Learn how you and your family can plan ahead for disasters.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
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Federal Tech/Cyber Hiring and Recruitment Event
On November 6th and 7th, the Federal Chief Information Officers Council will host the first-ever, government-wide Federal Tech/Cyber Hiring and Recruitment Event at the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring, MD.
August 2017
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Human Resources Flexibilities for Hurricane Harvey and its Aftermath
OPM reminds agencies of the wide range of Human Resources (HR) policies and flexibilities currently available to assist Federal employees affected by Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath.
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Women's Equality Day
Please join me in commemorating Women’s Equality Day this Saturday, August 26, 2017, which marks the 97th anniversary of national women’s suffrage. On this date in 1920, the 19th Amendment of the United Sates Constitution was passed, granting women the right to vote. In 1971, 51 years later, the U.S. Congress established Women’s Equality Day.
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Happy Labor Day!
Each year, on the first Monday of September, our nation comes together to recognize a Federal holiday dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers, also known as Labor Day. This day has established a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the success, strength, and well-being of our country.
September 2017
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OPM Establishes Emergency Leave Transfer Program To Assist Harvey Victims
OPM issued a memo today to establish an Emergency Leave Transfer Program (ELTP) for Federal employees adversely affected by Hurricane Harvey.
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Statement: OPM extends special solicitation for Hurricane Irma
OPM announced today the extension of a special solicitation to provide emergency relief to those affected by Hurricane Irma.
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OPM Authorizes Emergency Hiring Flexibilities to Federal Agencies in Support of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
OPM has authorized Federal Agencies to conduct emergency hiring to support the Federal recovery efforts of Hurricane Harvey in Texas and in anticipation of Hurricane Irma, which is scheduled to make landfall in Florida.
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OPM Releases Veteran Employment Data
OPM has released the Employment of Veterans in the Federal Executive Branch report for FY 2016, and the Government-wide data continues to be positive.
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OPM Establishes Emergency Leave Transfer Program To Assist Irma Victims
OPM issued a memo today to establish an Emergency Leave Transfer Program (ELTP) for Federal employees adversely affected by Hurricane Irma.
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Statement: OPM extends special solicitation for Hurricane Maria
OPM has announced the extension of a special solicitation to provide emergency relief to areas affected by Hurricane Maria.
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OPM Announces New Assistance Available for Hurricane Maria Victims
OPM released a memo today, outlining the various human resources (HR) flexibilities available to assist Federal employees affected by Hurricane Maria, as well as other recent hurricanes.
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Secretary Carson to Serve as Honorary Chairperson of 2017 Combined Federal Campaign
OPM announced today that Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson will serve as the 2017 National Honorary Chairperson for the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the annual workplace giving opportunity for Federal employees.
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OPM Grants Grace Period for CFC Charities Affected by Hurricanes
OPM announced it has granted a grace period today for charities located in areas damaged by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, allowing these organizations additional time to complete requirements that will help facilitate their participation in the 2017 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).
August 2017
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Statement from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management Regarding the 2017 Administrative Law Judge Examination
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is announcing it will open the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Examination to interested applicants in the near future by posting a job opportunity announcement on USAJOBS.
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Statement: OPM names Acting Chief Information Officer
OPM names Acting Chief Information Officer.
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OPM approves special solicitation to support Harvey victims
OPM announced today that it has approved a special solicitation of Federal employees at the workplace to support the victims of Hurricane Harvey, which originally made landfall on the Texas Gulf Coast last Friday and has now been downgraded to a tropical storm.
July 2017
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Honoring our American Heroes
This week was American Heroes week, giving us time to reflect on the true heroes of our nation. We are a country that is truly blessed to have these individuals step forward as part of their daily routines to keep us safe and preserve our way of life.
June 2017
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Inspire Change: Participate in the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
From May 2 until June 22, 2017, just over a million employees across the Federal government will have the chance to participate in the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS). Your response is valued.
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Pride Month is a Reminder of Our Commitment to our LGBT Federal Colleagues
The month of June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month). LGBT Pride Month is just one way that we can honor the struggles and achievements of the LGBT community, including the LGBT members of our Federal workforce. Please join me and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in celebrating LGBT Pride Month.
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Transforming Human Capital Management Policy through Research, Innovation, and Analytics
On June 7, OPM, in conjunction with American University School of Public Affairs, hosted the 2nd Annual OPM Research Summit. The theme of the summit “Transforming Human Capital Management Policy through Research, Innovation, and Analytics” set the tone for an energy-filled, jam-packed day full of innovative ideas, conversations, and collegial debate with one main goal in mind - to identify potential ways to improve Human Capital Management Policy.
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Work-Life Solutions for Federal Employees
The Federal Government offers a variety of work-life programs and flexibilities to assist agencies in promoting work-life balance for their employees. To assist agencies, OPM recently produced a series of new work-life brochures on family and dependent care, worksite health and wellness, telework, and employee assistance programs.
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Fourth of July on the National Mall
For more than half a century, the National Park Service has been at the heart of the Fourth of July festivities on the National Mall – coordinating the fireworks and concert on the Mall, and co-sponsoring the National Memorial Day Parade and A Capitol Fourth, the all-star salute to American independence broadcast live from the West Lawn of the Capitol.
May 2017
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Each May, the Federal Government recognizes Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – an opportunity to honor those Americans who can trace their ancestry to a multitude of countries in Asia, Hawaii and the Pacific Island territories, and for us to celebrate those who contribute in so many ways to the success of our Nation.
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OPM Research Summit
OPM is partnering with American University’s School of Public Affairs to host the 2nd Annual Research Summit. This opportunity will connect academic researchers, Federal practitioners, and industry partners to share research, exchange ideas, and participate in critical conversations about ways to transform Human Capital Management Policy through research, innovation, and analytics.
March 2017
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March 14, 2017 Operating Status
Federal agencies in the Washington, DC area are OPEN under 3 hours DELAYED ARRIVAL and employees have the OPTION FOR UNSCHEDULED LEAVE OR UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK. Employees should plan to arrive for work no more than 3 hours later than they would be expected to arrive.
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March 15, 2017 Operating Status
Federal agencies in the Washington, DC area are OPEN.
March 2017
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National Women's History Month
Each March, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management honors Women’s History Month by recognizing the invaluable contributions of women who have inspired and shaped our Nation through civil service.
January 2017
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OPM RELEASES AGENCY EXIT MEMO
OPM, along with Federal agencies across government, released its exit memo today, highlighting the accomplishments the agency delivered during the Obama Administration.
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OPM Launches New Cyber Careers Website
Today, OPM launched the CyberCareers.gov website. The CyberCareers.gov website is a critical piece of the Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Strategy that was published in July 2016.
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Federal Holidays and HR Flexibilities for Employees in the Washington, DC, Area during the Week of Inauguration
In January 2017, most Federal employees in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area will have two holidays during the week of Inauguration: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. (Monday, January 16), and Inauguration Day (Friday, January 20).
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Presidential Management Fellows Program Announces Class of 2017 Finalists
Today, the PMF Program announced the finalists from the class of 2017. Applicants have been notified of how to check their status, and a complete list of finalists is available at PMF.gov. Selection of finalists is based on eligibility and completed application, assessment scores, and workforce planning estimates provided by Federal agencies. Congratulations to the Class of 2017 Finalists!
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Federal Civilian Hiring Freeze Guidance
OMB and OPM released Federal Civilian Hiring Freeze Guidance. This guidance also provides information on exemptions, as well as instructions on how departments and agencies can request exemptions from OPM for critical situations where additional exemptions may be warranted.