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Federal Employees Update
October 23, 2025

Without a budget deal, Federal employees are feeling the strain from the loss of paychecks. Remember that this also means a loss of TSP contributions and matching contributions from your agency. Although past furloughs have resulted in back pay being restored, this is not guaranteed for this shutdown. 

While retirement applications are being accepted, there is likely a delay in processing.

If you have any specific retirement-related questions, please reach out to me.

Ilene

ilene@dssfinancial.com       

Are you a federal employee trying to figure out how to put the FERS puzzle pieces together, especially in these trying times? Here are five ideas:

  • Keep checking this page for updates on the FERS-related provisions in the 2025 Budget Bill.