Trump claims big jump in VA trust scores, but data shows modest gains
Patient satisfaction rates have improved steadily at VA in recent years, but Trump insists his changes have reformed the entire department.
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VA cancels plans for employee satisfaction survey this year
VA has conducted a poll of federal employees every year since 2006, but won't distrubute one this year amid multiple reforms to the workforce.
Court rejects bid protest over $6.2 billion contract for moving troops
If the transition continues, the new system would be moving troops and families in peak season 2024.
Using disruption to simplify your agency’s approach to data governance
By reducing the repetition and duplication of the data, you will automatically reduce the governing of it.
National Guard deployment at US-Mexico border extended
Department of Homeland Security request approved by Pentagon.
What happens to my workers comp when I apply for social security?
Reg Jones is the resident expert on retirement and the federal government at Federal Times.
Federal agencies defer needed building repairs, driving up costs
Deferred repair costs among civilian agencies ballooned to $76 billion in 2021 from $51 billion in 2017, according to GAO.
Will VA continue its popular technology training program?
A Government Accountability Office study released this week found that employment outcomes are unclear
State Department to closely track arms sent to Ukraine
U.S. officials are said to be especially concerned about Stinger man-portable air defense systems and Javelin anti-tank tactical guided missiles.
Federal prison worker pleads guilty to inmate sex abuse
The Justice Department and the Bureau of Prisons convened a task force of 18 senior executives to visit Dublin, examine conditions and meet with inmates.
Will I be reimbursed for pay cap overage deductions?
Reg Jones is the resident expert on retirement and the federal government at Federal Times.
