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All Members Urged to Contact Congress During August, “Advocacy Month”
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Five Things to Know About the Chained CPI
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The Affordable Care Act Affects Congress, Staff
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Sept. 16-20 Is NARFE Call Congress Week
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11 OPM Issues Flag Law Regs 12 “Federal Family” Chart 14 NARFE Bill Tracker 16 House Committee Chair
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Releases Draft Postal Bill for Study
retiring abroad. Ever dreamed about retiring in a foreign country? Some federal employees have done just that. But there are challenges to living the dream. Here’s what is involved.
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FEHBP REFORM PROPOSALS. The president’s FY 2014 budget includes a plan to “modernize” the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.
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