Summit the Supercomputer and the Future of Federal Technology
On the June 15th episode of FedTalk on Federal News Radio, host Ben Carnes was joined by Dr. Jeff Nichols for the first half of the program.
Two MSPB Cases on Appeal Rights Overruled
In two companion cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, United States Postal Service employees challenged MSPB dismissals, for lack of jurisdiction, of their removal appeals.
Four Democratic Senators Request IG Review Of VA Accountability Act Implementation
Senators Jon Tester (D-MT), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) have sent a letter to the Inspector General at the Department of Veterans Affairs, asking that the IG look into how the VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act has been implemented, according to an exclusive written by Nicole Ogrysko of Federal News Radio.
Five States Vote On House Seats Today
With five states holding elections today, the U.S. House of Representatives could look a bit different by the day’s end.
Right-Leaning Americans For Prosperity Runs Ads In Support Of Four Democratic Senators
Roll Call’s Simone Pathe highlighted an “unusual move” by the right-leaning organization Americans for Prosperity (AFP), which late last week launched a series of digital ads in support of Democratic Senator Heidi Heitkamp of North Dakota, who faces a re-election challenge from Republican state representative Kevin Cramer.
Congress, White House Address Official Time
In recent weeks, Congress has increasingly begun asking questions about the use of official time within federal agencies, as noted by Federal News Radio’s Nicole Ogrysko.
An Unlikely Alliance is Beginning to Form Behind the Federal Workforce
This article went to print hours before the administration signed three executive orders into law significantly curbing rights for federal workers.
WAEPA Now Offers a 'Living Benefit' to Help Pay for High Costs of Chronic Illness
If you know anyone who's suffered from a long-term illness, you know how difficult it can be. Lost income, paying for living expenses, and additional costs of care can quickly overwhelm you.
Catch Up With The United States Digital Service and Dcode
On the May 18th FedTalk, host Ben Carnes was joined by Megan Vorland, Director of Programs at dCode, and Nicholas Holtz from the United States Digital Service’s Veterans Affairs team, which recently won an award for its innovative digital solutions.
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Dissolves En Banc Court in Case Amid Jurisdiction Dispute
On October 13, 2017, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit granted a petition for rehearing en banc filed by the Department of Defense, and vacated the court’s panel opinion in Federal Education Association-Stateside Region v. Department of Defense. 841 F.3d 1362 (Fed. Cir. 2016).
House Conducts Hearing On PMA’s Federal Workforce Modernization
Late last week, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee (OGR) held a hearing on federal workforce issues entitled, Workforce for the 21st Century: Analyzing the President’s Management Agenda.
Federal Managers Exposed
Are you familiar with every civil service law, rule or regulation?
Broad Opposition From The Hill To OPM Retirement Cuts
Republicans and Democrats in Congress sent a letter late last week to Speaker of the House Paul Ryan regarding the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) proposal to cut federal employee retirement benefits.
Hill Fight Brewing Over $15 Billion 'Rescissions' Request From White House
The Trump Administration reportedly has plans to send to Congress a $15 billion “rescissions” request, which the administration outlined on Monday, according to Jennifer Shutt and Lindsey McPherson at Roll Call.
Checking in with Long Term Care and FEEA
Tune in this week to learn why long term care insurance is a crucial part of your retirement planning. And did you know FEEA’s Annual Public Service Charity Walk/Run is right around the corner? Get all the race details and sign up before it’s too late!
Senators Warner, Kaine Send Letter On Tax Reform Change Harming Relocated Feds
This week, Senators Mark Warner (D-VA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) sent a letter to GSA Administrator Emily Murphy and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin regarding a recent change to the tax code made pursuant to the recently tax reform overhaul passed by Congress.
Retirement Planning Tips
With Americans living longer lives, it has become increasingly critical to plan for the retirement years. And the earlier you start making plans, the more likely it is that you will be well prepared for your retirement.
Ninth Circuit: Prior Salary Alone Cannot Justify Wage Differential under Equal Pay Act
After hearing argument en banc late last year to “clarify the law,” the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision on April 9, 2018, holding that prior salary alone or in combination with other factors cannot justify wage differential under the Equal Pay Act.