The Unexpected Consequences of the Shutdown
In ways big and small, this shutdown is disrupting public services we often take for granted involving alcohol, travel, trees and more.
Policy
Debunking 5 Misconceptions About Being a Government Worker During the Shutdown
The shutdown is a messy mix of political wrangling and government operations, so it’s no wonder people are confused. Here are five misconceptions about being a federal government worker during the shutdown.
One County’s Response to the Longest Shutdown in History
Public school lunch and financial assistance initiatives in this Maryland country underscore the efforts to assist federal workers affected by the shutdown.
Furloughed or Working Without Pay? Advice From Those Who Have Been There
GovLoop spoke with three federal employees who went through the federal shutdown and asked them what they learned. Here’s who they are and what they had to say.
DC Government, Businesses Respond to Shutdown: Deals and Resources for Federal Employees
Here are some deals that government employees can take advantage of while off of work.
Shutdown Got You Down? Remain Resilient
Resilience is a valuable trait that can be cultivated for overcoming challenges like a shutdown or other negative circumstances.
Feds Tell Congress: ‘Do Your Job So We Can Do Ours’
Furloughed employees, union leaders and elected officials gathered blocks from the White House on Jan. 10 to express the need to end the shutdown.
Are Federal Agencies Expecting a Long Shutdown?
Recently, the Homeland Security Department (DHS) has begun circulating internal and external documents warning agency employees to rethink their finances.
How the Shutdown Affects Pay and Benefits
Not sure how the shutdown impacts your pay and benefits? We’ve done the research to answer common questions about unemployment, retroactive pay and more.
Army Vet’s Shutdown Story: ‘We Are the 800,000 That Are Forgotten’
Tressa Rivera’s story puts a human face on a national issue that has been picked apart, reported and re-reported. She’s grappling with the shutdown and its financial implications, while also managing unexpected emergencies and lingering family issues.