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Sep 28, 2023

Low-Wage Federal Contractors Brace For No Pay During Likely Government Shutdown

Workers who feed, clean and keep the federal government secure are not guaranteed back pay, unlike furloughed federal workers.

Sep 13, 2023

As Federal Shutdown Looms, Local Lawmakers Warn Of Impact On D.C. Region’s Economy

In 2019, the monthlong partial government shutdown cost the D.C. region $1.6 billion in economic activity and earnings.

Feb 11, 2019

‘It’ll Take Years To Reset This:’ What The Shutdown Means For The Federal Workforce

The five-week-long government shutdown disrupted critical work at NASA and other government agencies, leaving federal employees wondering if Congress really understands the value they bring.

Jan 25, 2019

Metro Cancels Vote On Free Rides For Furloughed Feds After Shutdown Ends

Federal employees could just flash their federal ID and walk through the fare gates if this measure passes.

Jan 21, 2019

With Business Dragging During the Shutdown, D.C. Restaurant Week Gets Extended

Some restaurant operators say business has dropped as much as 60 percent.

Jan 15, 2019

Kraft—Yes, That Kraft—Is Opening A Pop-Up Grocery Store In D.C. For Furloughed Feds This Week

Federal workers can pick up mac and cheese, mayonnaise, cheese, and other Kraft products.

Jan 11, 2019

The Capital Area Food Bank Is Holding Five Free Grocery Pop Ups For Furloughed Workers

There will be five different grocery pop ups outside different Giant locations around the city on Saturday.

Jan 07, 2019

Furloughed Workers Can Take Free Classes In Podcasting, Workplace Mindfulness, Improv

Though they continue to face each day without the knowledge of when they’ll get their next paycheck.

 
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