It may seem ironic, but government agencies at all levels wrestle with the difficulty of compliance with regulatory requirements even as they issue regulations for others (sometimes including themselves) to meet. For example, just as the healthcare industry follows HIPAA, so too do Veterans Administration hospitals – along with all federal, state, local, tribal and territorial health organizations. Then there are government-only policies...

What’s your agency’s relationship status with the people you serve? Are they actively engaged with your services or do things feel chilly? Join us online Wednesday, May 22 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from government and industry experts about tactics to bridge the divide and foster constituent engagement. Specifically, you’ll learn: Reasons why the divide between constituents and government exists. Creative w...

A Detailed Overview of Long Term Care Insurance Costs Inflation protection Benefit amounts Waiting periods Activities of daily living Everything you need to know to make a decision about Long Term Care insurance. Understanding Your LTC Options Pros and cons of the Federal LTC Insurance Program Alternatives to LTC insurance ... plus more information about Long Term Care insurance specifically for federal employees.

We are continuing the Small Business Workshop series with a session focused on funding. How do you secure it, take advantage and responsibly use it to make your business better positioned to advance in today's environment? Lunch is included.

Navigating the Landscape of Decision Advantage: Dive into a discussion with experts on how the fusion of Decision Intelligence and Decision Support empowers decision-makers, offering insights into resolving crises and strategically leveraging national power to gain a decision advantage in complex scenarios.

An Overview of FERS & Different Types of Retirement Types of service used for determining eligibility to retire under FERS Employee and agency contributions to FERS Military service and temporary time The FERS annuity computation Minimum age and service requirements Early retirement Deferred retirement and “postponed” retirement Understanding the Annuity Computation Amount of an annuity Length of service and unused sick leave H...

Now in its seventh year, the LEAP HR: State & Local Government summit is the most exclusive and senior forum dedicated to uniting HR leaders in all State, City and County Governments in the US. This is your best opportunity to hear how the most forward-thinking State & Local Government HR leaders are re-strategizing to attract next-generation talent, employ non-monetary total rewards, workforce plan for the great retirement and recruit...

AI has the power to transform the way governments work. However, that transformative power poses risks and is rife with the potential for misuse. To harness AI’s power ethically, agencies need to invest in responsible AI practices. Join us online Wednesday, June 5 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from government and industry leaders about the attributes associated with responsible AI and how to use it effectively at your orga...

An Overview of How Federal Benefits are Taxed FERS Annuity CSRS Annuity TSP Withdrawals from both Traditional and Roth TSP accounts Survivor Benefits Ed reviews how the IRS treats each of these items for Federal Employees. Other Tax Planning Topics to Consider The taxation of Social Security Benefits, how much the state you live in impacts your net amount of income, and which states have the highest and lowest property tax rates The 2017 Tax L...

In the realm of federal cybersecurity, Zero Trust principles are essential for resilience. This panel discussion delves into the intricacies of integrating ZT principles into established architectures, fostering a culture of trustworthiness and resilience at the agency level. Insights will be shared on navigating implementation processes such as FedRAMP compliance, Software as a Service (SaaS) adoption, and other complexities inherent in the t...