House Republicans seek new strategy for passing VA policy bills
Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the VA similar to the legislative procedure used to approve the NDAA.
By Patricia Kime
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War powers debate intensifies after Trump orders attack on Iran without approval by Congress
Many Democrats are calling the operation illegal, saying the Constitution gives Congress alone the power to declare war.
Wanting a tax deferral opt-out a ‘reasonable issue,’ says Trump official
Department of Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin responded to concerns that federal employees and members of the military are required to participate in a new payroll tax deferral program.
By Jessie Bur
How new pregnancy accommodation legislation could impact feds
Pregnant and post-natal feds could get a stronger guarantee of medical accommodations under legislation that recently passed the House.
By Jessie Bur
Federal charity program embraces virtual tools during the pandemic
COVID-19 restrictions have caused the Combined Federal Campaign to turn to more digital options to collect donations and spread the word.
By Jessie Bur
Some agencies fail to adequately monitor SES reassignments
Senior executive service employees are not supposed to be reassigned within 120 days of a new agency head or manager's arrival.
By Jessie Bur
Agencies can bolster security through AI and a talent-diverse cyber workforce
Automation and the veteran workforce offer strong avenues for federal agencies to improve their cybersecurity.
By Jim Richberg, Fortinet
Temporary federal jobs could last longer under proposed OPM rule
The Office of Personnel Management proposed a rule change that would enable agencies to extend temporary federal positions for STEM work.
By Jessie Bur
Senate delays OPM director vote as employee groups issue opposition
The Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee postponed votes on Office of Personnel Management director nominee John Gibbs to gather more information.
By Jessie Bur
Stop politicizing and insulting the federal civil service
The Trump administration has enacted several changes for federal employees, including a mandatory tax deferral program and efforts to remove agency diversity training.
By David J. Verardo, American Federation of Government Employees
Paid parental leave is on the horizon, but feds still have questions
Paid parental leave begins Oct. 1, but feds are still missing key pieces of how that leave will work in practice.
By Jessie Bur
OPM moves forward with third employee survey date
Federal employees should begin to see invitations to participate in the survey over the next few weeks.
By Jessie Bur