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Healthcare (opm.gov)

The FEHB Program can help you and your family meet your healthcare needs.
Dental & Vision (opm.gov)

Eligible individuals can enroll in a dental and/or vision plan. They may enroll in a plan for Self Only, Self plus one, or Self and Family coverage.
Life Insurance (opm.gov)

The Federal Government established the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) Program on August 29, 1954.
Long Term Care (opm.gov)

Find out more information about the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP).
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

FERS is a retirement plan that provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
The Thrift Savings Plan (tsp.gov)

TSP is a retirement savings plan for Federal civilian employees serving on permanent appointments or temporary appointments of 1 year or more.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (commerce.gov)

EAP provide services designed to help employees, managers, and organizations meet life challenges and remain healthy, engaged, and productive.
Flexible Spending Accounts (opm.gov)

Flexible Spending Accounts allow you to save money for health care expenses with a Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care Flexible Spending Account.

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Federal law (5 U.S.C. 6103) establishes the following public holidays for Federal employees.
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Salaries & Wages (opm.gov)

Visit for more information on pay tables and related materials.
Pay & Leave (opm.gov)

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) provides leadership on Federal pay and leave administration policies and programs.
General Pay (commerce.gov)

The General Pay Manual is intended to provide a useful quick reference on selected pay topics for human resources personnel.
Premium Pay (commerce.gov)

This manual provides guidance for the administration of premium pay schedules.
Pay Administration (opm.gov)

View frequently asked questions about pay and leave.
Employee Personal Page (usda.gov)

MyEPP provides employees self-service access to their personal information and the ability to view and make changes to their salary and benefit information.
Employee Service Center (servicenowservices.com)

The Enterprise Services Portal is a one-stop-shop for customers to initiate and track requests for Enterprise Services’ services.