FAQs

What is NARFE?

The National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) is a membership association of current federal employees and retirees. It is the only organization solely dedicated to protecting and preserving the pay and benefits of all federal workers and retirees.
NARFE is an advocate for both active and retired federal employees before Congress and the White House. NARFE sponsors and supports legislation to protect the earned benefits and general welfare of members.
 NARFE has two primary roles:
 Your Legislative Voice ~ In-house, influential lobbyists advocate on Capitol Hill on behalf of the federal community.
 Your Information resource ~ NARFE provides clear information and trusted guidance on complex federal benefits issues.

What do you get with your NARFE membership?

As a member of NARFE you receive:
NARFE Magazine — a prime source of information and guidance on critical legislation and benefit issues. This magazine is worth the cost of membership alone. The Bill Tracker is an excellent way to see what’s being considered and follow it thru the process. The Q & A section is a ‘must read’ each month – you will learn all kinds of things about the federal system.
Access to a team of Federal Benefits Service specialists for answers to complex benefit questions. NARFE’s Retirement Benefits Service Department is staffed with professionals waiting to assist you in resolving benefit and insurance problems.
Legislative alerts on issues directly impacting the federal community and an online Legislative Action Center to quickly and easily contact your member of Congress.
Free access to all archived NARFE Webinars on a wide array of subjects regarding federal employment and retirement.
Visit our website: www.narfe.org

How much does it cost to join NARFE?

Membership is $48 a year

Is NARFE for currently employed Federal employees?

Yes! Not only do they closely track the upcoming legislative proposals that may affect retirees benefits but also those that may affect active Federal workers’ earned pay increases and future retirement and insurance benefits.  See Membership: Who Can Join?

How do I join NARFE?

You can join at the NARFE website.  When you are asked about Chapter membership, say Yes and fill in Chapter #1658.  There is no charge for the first year then just $9 a year after that.

Can my spouse join NARFE?

Yes!  Spouses are encouraged to join NARFE so that they can participate in activities of the Association, vote, hold office and become more knowledgeable about federal employee and retirement benefits.

Where is Sunrise CA?

There is no such place.  The Sunrise Chapter 1658 meets in Roseville CA.