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government4 hours ago•5 min saved

OPM pushes merit-first layoffs in federal workforce

OPM proposes changing federal RIF rules to prioritize performance over tenure, creating a 'retention register' that rewards high performers (and adds veterans’ preference points) while tie-breaks favor longer service; temporary and time-limited staff would be exempt from RIFs. If finalized, the shakeup would streamline layoffs but critics say it risks arbitrary, politically motivated firings and further politicizing the civil service as the administration pushes broader personnel changes.

via Federal News Network|

#federal-workforce #government #opm

politics3 months ago•6 min saved

Senate votes to end government shutdown with bipartisan funding deal

Senate Republicans, with late support from Democrats like Tim Kaine, secured a deal to end the government shutdown by including provisions to protect federal workers from layoffs and future reductions, culminating in a bipartisan effort involving key negotiations and White House coordination.

via Politico|

#bipartisan #federal-workers #politics

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

White House Initiates Federal Worker Layoffs Amid Shutdown Deadlock

The Trump administration has initiated substantial layoffs of federal workers amid the government shutdown, with notices being sent out to affected employees, particularly in the Department of Health and Human Services, although details on the total number and specific agencies involved remain unclear. The move has faced legal challenges and criticism from unions, with concerns about the legality and necessity of these layoffs during a shutdown.

via NPR|

#federal-employees #federal-layoffs #government-shutdown

spacetechnology4 months ago•0 min saved

Start of RIFs Announced

The article discusses the possibility of NASA issuing RIF (Reduction in Force) notices following a tweet by OMB Director Russell Vought, indicating potential budget cuts or layoffs at NASA, with the situation still uncertain.

via NASA Watch|

#budget-cuts #nasa #omb

politics5 months ago•4 min saved

Federal Workers Brace for Shutdown Impact and Uncertainty

House Democrats are investigating the Trump administration's plans for federal employee layoffs during the partial government shutdown, arguing that conducting reductions in force (RIF) during a shutdown violates federal laws such as the Antideficiency Act and the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act, and raising concerns about legality and transparency in agency actions.

via Federal News Network|

#federal-employees #government-shutdown #law

government5 months ago•4 min saved

Unions sue Trump over illegal federal worker firings during shutdown

Federal employee unions are suing the Trump administration over plans to conduct layoffs during a government shutdown, arguing that such reductions in force are illegal during a lapse in appropriations and violate existing statutes. The unions contend that the guidance encouraging RIFs during shutdowns is unlawful and seek an injunction to prevent these actions, emphasizing the dedication of federal workers and the legal constraints on firing employees during funding gaps.

via Federal News Network|

#federal-employees #government #lawsuit

government5 months ago•4 min saved

Federal Shutdown Could Still Lead to RIFs Despite Exemptions, OPM Warns

During a government shutdown, agencies can continue work related to reductions in force (RIFs) as 'excepted activities,' allowing them to issue notices and prepare for layoffs without interruption, though impacted employees will not be paid during the shutdown but are guaranteed backpay afterward. RIFs still require a 60-day notice, and employees' employment status remains until their official separation date, even if it overlaps with a shutdown. The guidance emphasizes separate notices for RIFs and shutdown plans, and clarifies rules for furloughed employees and those on administrative leave. The administration encourages agencies to proceed with RIF plans, though many are relying on voluntary separations instead.

via Federal News Network|

#federal-employees #furloughs #government

spacenasa6 months ago•1 min saved

NASA Contractor RIF Strategy Unveiled

NASA is planning a reduction in force (RIF) affecting contractor employees within the Human Health and Performance Contract community, as part of broader budget realignment with the FY26 Presidential Budget Request of $18.8 billion. The layoffs are expected to begin around September 1, with some positions phased out by September 30, and are driven by project reprioritization and budget adjustments, not yet approved by Congress.

via NASA Watch|

#budget-cuts #contractor-layoffs #fy26

government7 months ago•4 min saved

Trump Administration Plans Extensive Federal Workforce Reductions

The U.S. government released a list of federal agencies involved in planned workforce reductions, but the details remain vague and the plans' public release is uncertain, with ongoing legal disputes over their transparency and legality.

via Federal News Network|

#downsizing #federal-agencies #government

science-and-technology8 months ago•0 min saved

How to Prepare for a RIF

NASA is reportedly discussing a significant reduction in workforce, with plans to cut over 3,000 jobs, and management is encouraging employees to leave voluntarily amid ongoing downsizing efforts.

via NASA Watch|

#downsizing #employment #nasa

space-and-aerospace8 months ago•2 min saved

NASA KSC Announces Staff Reductions Amid COMET Program Update

NASA Kennedy's COMET contract management announced a reduction in force (RIF) due to significant budget cuts to the ISS program, which will impact personnel and scope of work, with ongoing efforts to manage the staffing and funding challenges transparently.

via NASA Watch|

#comet #iss-funding #nasa