This past week, NFFE members assembled at the annual NFFE-IAM Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. From June 18 through June 22, NFFE members met with members of Congress to lobby for legislative issues that are critical for federal employees. Over 150 offices were visited by NFFE members over the course of the week, covering a wide range of issues.

Last week, many federal wildland firefighters who are proud NFFE members traveled to Washington, DC for the 2023 NFFE-IAM Legislative Conference. The group met with nearly 125 members of Congress from across the political spectrum over the course of the week, where they advocated for several important reforms.

A big congratulations goes out to NFFE Locals FL 376, 251, 1650, 1751, and 1.

The debt ceiling bill was passed by Congress and will head to President Biden’s desk for final approval today. Like many in the federal workforce, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) is disappointed that during a time of extreme inflation, when paychecks are already stretched, an agreement was reached by all parties to hold non-defense spending at flat levels.

Last night, President Biden and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) agreed on a deal in principle to raise the federal debit ceiling and fund the government through 2025.

NFFE wishes you and safe and joyful holiday weekend with family and friends. While we enjoy this day off each May, it is important to remember the military service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting our country.

Last week, NFFE hosted the Department of Labor’s Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) Director Christopher Godfrey at the Missoula Smokejumper Base in western Montana. Godfrey held important discussions regarding workers’ compensation with the Missoula Smokejumpers and Helitack crews, as well as wildland firefighters at the Ninemile Ranger Station on the Lolo National Forest.

This week, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) celebrates law enforcement officers and honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while on duty.

NFFE celebrates National Nurses Week in appreciation for the work that nurses do each day from within the NFFE membership and all other nurses across the country.

NFFE would like to thank the NFFE membership and all federal employees during Public Service Recognition Week. This week, we honor their commitment to their fellow citizens and the amazing work they do to make this country great.