OPM Issues Directives Concerning Administrative Leave, Hiring & Work Flexibility in Crises
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) set a few directives in motion last week, concerning COVID-19 administrative leave, flexibilities during emergency situations, and hiring authorities.
FEHB Premiums to Rise 8.7% This Open Season
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recently released details concerning the upcoming open season and participants are likely to see a significant increase in their health premium costs.
OPM Proposes New FEDVIP Rule, Eligibility Extension and Enrollment Clarifications
In a proposed rule announced on October 19, 2021, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is advising an expansion of employee eligibility for the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). The program’s extension would include select temporary and seasonal workers, among others.
Federal Health Insurance Plans Are ‘Essential’ During Government Shutdowns
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a final rule on April 2, 2021 that states federal employees will not lose their health benefits during government shutdowns. The OPM rule implements provisions within the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2020 to make certain federal health and life insurance services “essential.”
OPM Releases Proposed Rule on Continuation of Benefits, Services During Government Shutdown
In a proposed rule submitted to the Federal Register on July 20, the Office of Personnel Management implements provisions within the FY 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (FY 2020 NDAA) that ensure the continuation of certain federal benefits and services in the event of a lapse in appropriations. The FY 2020 NDAA names certain Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) services as emergency services under the Antideficiency Act.