The Office of Personnel Management issued a proposed rule titled “Postal Service Health Benefits Program: Additional Requirements and Clarifications,” calling for comments on the implications the rule would have on those affected by PSHB. NARFE’s President, William Shackelford, submitted a letter this Monday expressing the organization’s concerns with three main aspects of the proposed rule.

Hundreds of our dedicated NARFE members submitted written testimony for the Senate WEP/GPO hearing by the June 21st deadline. We extend our appreciation to all who contributed to the record. The importance of submitting written testimony for a hearing cannot be overstated—each submission amplifies our advocacy, demonstrating the widespread impact of these issues and the strong support for repeal. The larger the number of testimonies, the greater the influence had. 

Q. I had previously waived my FEGLI coverage earlier in my federal career, but after taking a recent retirement planning class, I’m thinking about signing up for basic coverage for the last five years of my federal career so I can keep it in retirement. I haven’t heard any announcements regarding any upcoming open seasons for FEGLI, and I don’t expect to have any qualifying life events (QLE) anytime soon. Is there any other way to enroll in FEGLI soon so Ican retire with the coverage five years from now?