The federal government shutdown has officially begun. We have compiled helpful resources below. We will continue to add links to this page as the situation develops and more information is made available. Please reach out to [email protected] with direct questions or to suggest other resources that might be helpful to the GovLoop community at this time.
Guidance for Shutdown Furloughs (Source: OPM)
An extended FAQ covering everything from work, pay, and performance awards to employee assistance, retirement services, and reductions in force.
Navigating Pay and Benefits During a Government Shutdown (Source: FedSmith)
Here’s how furloughs, leave and benefits are managed for federal employees during a shutdown.
An agency-by-agency look at what percentage of employees would be expected to work with pay, without pay, or to be furloughed.
From a federal employee association, various resources around pay and benefits, plus “10 Facts You Need to Know If You Are Furloughed.”
Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees (Source: Department of Labor)
Everything you need to know about making unemployment insurance claims.
How to Survive a Government Shutdown as a Federal Employee (Source: FEBA)
Includes best practices in securing financial stability, preparing for future shutdowns, and managing stress and anxiety.
Federal Agencies’ Contingency Plans
This article includes a table summarizing each federal agency’s contingency plans for the shutdown starting October 1, 2025.
Help! I’m a Federal Worker and the Government Just Shut Down. What Now? (Source: USA Today)
Get answers to frequently asked questions, according to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), on what furloughed workers can expect.
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