Furloughs and Deferred Retirement: What is a Furlough? Will You Get Paid if Furloughed?

Furloughs are coming—are you prepared? In this video, we break down the key differences between an administrative furlough and a government shutdown furlough for federal employees. If you're placed on an administrative furlough, you’ll be in a non-duty, non-pay status—but what does that mean for your paycheck? With OPM confirming that furloughs are likely happening, many federal employees are facing uncertainty. Those who do not opt into the deferred resignation program may be furloughed, but legal challenges are already in motion. A lawsuit in Massachusetts, filed by unions, aims to delay or eliminate the deferred resignation program. While unions represent bargaining unit employees, this lawsuit could impact most federal employees, even those not in a bargaining unit. The government operates on rules, regulations, and lawsuits, and this situation is no different. Once the court issues a decision, we’ll have a clearer picture of what comes next. Will you be affected? Will you get paid if furloughed? Watch now to get the latest insights. 🔔 Subscribe for updates on furloughs, federal workforce policies, and legal decisions that may impact your career. 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Related Articles Furloughs, Deferred Resignation, Unions and Court Decisions: Will You Get Paid? https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/02/06/deferred-resignation-furloughs-will-you-get-paid/ OPM Addresses Legality of Deferred Resignation Offer https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/02/04/opm-addresses-legality-of-deferred-resignation-offer/ More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/02/02/more-info-and-clarification-from-opm-on-deferred-resignation-program/