Opeda keeps its members informed through quarterly newsletters, ALERT mailings and E-mail.
OPEDA recognizes and encourages recognition by USDA management of excellence and outstanding performance by USDA employees.
OPEDA assists members in complying with federal rules and regulations regarding equal opportunity matters and other travel and financial matters.
OPEDA was a pioneer in advancing optional retirement at full annuity at age 55 after 30 years of service.
OPEDA has been the foremost exponent of the principle of pay comparability with
private industry and will continue its efforts in this regard, especially in pursuit of compliance with the Pay Comparability Act of 1990.
OPEDA was instrumental in gaining increased annuities for retirees and their survivors, and has been active in efforts to gain equal treatment for women in these benefits.
OPEDA voiced strong opposition to House and Senate Budge Resolutions proposing changes in the federal annuity computation from the highest three years to the highest five.
OPEDA voiced its opposition to a House proposal to raise employee retirement contributions by 2.5 percent.
OPEDA urged key members of the House to oppose a plan to shift health care premium increases to federal employees, absolving the government of responsibility to hold down health cost increases.
OPEDA will remain vigilant and address issues impacting the federal workforce as they arise and serve as an effective advocate for its members.
