USPS Mandatory Stand-Up Talk: Impacts of New Leave on Retirement and TSP

“Since the introduction of the new leave types, the Office of Personnel Management has provided official guidance that leave payments under the FFCRA are not eligible for retirement and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) deductions.” Related: USPS: OPM clarifies pandemic leave effect on retirement deductions

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APWU National HR Director Sue Carney announces retirement

From: Sue Carney <scarney@apwu.org> Sent: February 26, 2020 6:43 PM Subject: I’ve Been Blessed Local and State Presidents, Please find the attached announcement regarding my retirement. Feel free to share with your Executive Board, stewards and membership. With much love and appreciation. In solidarity. Sue Susan M. “Sue” Carney National Human Relations Director American Postal…

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NALC’s Retirement Guide

Here’s a quick retirement guide for letter carriers to make the most of their postal and union benefits. Source: National Association of Letter Carriers

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USPS: New TSP podcast available

If you have questions about the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), locating answers just became a little easier. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, the agency that administers the program, recently introduced “The Real TSP,” a podcast available on YouTube. The podcast is hosted by TSP educators who provide an in-depth look at retirement investing and…

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USPS Retiree E-Newsletter – September 2019

10 Things about Social Security September is World Alzheimer’s Month USPS financial results for FY 2019’s third quarter Source: KeepingPosted – Information for USPS Retirees

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USPS OIG Report: Employee Benefits, Withholdings, Contributions, and Headcount Reporting 

Objective At the request of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Office of Inspector General, we performed procedures agreed upon by the OPM’s Inspector General and the Chief Financial Officer. This attestation engagement is an annual requirement of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. Our objective was to assist the OPM in assessing…

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Does USPS allow FTR employees to buy back their casual time/T.E. time?

Does USPS allow FTR employees to buy back their casual time/T.E. time?  If yes, what are the stipulations. First Name: Andy Last Name: Penza Email: penzoil302@gmail.com Union/Local: APWU – Boise, Idaho Local 650

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