OPM Releases Status of Telework Report for FY 2019
In March 2021, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released its “Status of Telework in the Federal Government Report to Congress,” which showed the extent of federal telework in FY2019 (October 1, 2018-September 30, 2019). The report is the last governmentwide data collection on telework before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bipartisan Bill Pushes for Greater Leadership Input as Agencies Create Performance Goals
Representatives Gerry Connolly (D-VA) and Jody Hice (R-GA), who lead the House Subcommittee on Government Operations, announced the introduction of the Performance Enhancement Reform Act.
U.S. Secret Service Remembers Personnel Lost in Oklahoma City Bombing
26 years after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, the U.S. Secret Service commemorates the lives of those agents and employees who were lost during the attack.
Distance or Disconnect? Coming Together When Your Team is Apart
Please join us on April 27th for a unique event open to all federal employees and those working in the federal space. The Senior Executives Association and the Treasury Executive Institute have partnered with the Arbinger Institute to provide an insightful 90-minute discussion around leading virtually through the lens of an outward mindset.
Biden Administration Releases Budget Proposal
On April 9, 2021, President Joe Biden released his administration’s FY 2022 budget proposal, which included funding increases for education, health, and the environment while keeping consistent spending levels on defense and homeland security.
OPM Launches Federal Workforce Competency Initiative to Update Competency Models
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is launching the Federal Workforce Competency Initiative (FWCI), an initiative to better understand the skills and competencies of the federal workforce including which areas are working well and which ones have room for growth.
Connolly, Hice Request President Biden Fill Seats on MSPB
In an April 5, 2021 letter to President Joe Biden, Representative Gerald Connolly (D-VA), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations, and Representative Jody Hice (R-GA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Government Operations, requested that the president nominate qualified board members to the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB).
Prioritizing Federal Personnel: Policy Priorities for the Executive and Legislature
On the latest episode of the FEDtalk podcast, panelists discussed elevating the importance of human capital management in the federal government.
FEDS Protection Announces $3 Million Coverage Option
Federal managers asked, and we listened—FEDS Protection is excited to announce that we have added a $3 million civil liability coverage option to our professional liability insurance (PLI) program, extending civil liability coverage available for federal employees beyond the existing $1 million and $2 million policies.
10 ways to have a better conversation | Celeste Headlee
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have been isolated with minimal person to person conversations, whether it be between coworkers or even family. Learn a few tips about holding strong conversations and staying engaged from this pre-pandemic video as the world slowly returns to some degree of normalcy.
The 3rd Biannual Great Power Competition Cybersecurity Conference
Join elite cybersecurity experts and policy leaders from the US military, federal government, academia, and private industry for an extensive examination of the United States’ role in cyberspace.
Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument in Two Important Appointments Clause Cases
On March 1, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States heard argument in United States v. Arthrex on the question of whether administrative patent judges of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office are principal officers of the United States who therefore must be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. Just two days later, on March 3, 2021, the Court heard argument in Carr v. Saul, a case about whether Social Security claimants who failed to raise an Appointments Clause challenge to the appointment of SSA administrative law judges at the administrative level waived the argument before the courts.
Federal Health Insurance Plans Are ‘Essential’ During Government Shutdowns
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a final rule on April 2, 2021 that states federal employees will not lose their health benefits during government shutdowns. The OPM rule implements provisions within the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2020 to make certain federal health and life insurance services “essential.”
Government Accountability Project and 264 Other Groups Call for Extension of Whistleblower Protections
The Government Accountability Project (GAP), along with 264 other organizations, sent a letter to President Biden and Congressional leaders calling for increased whistleblower protections.
Bills Introduced to Reform Windfall Elimination Provision, Expand Social Security Benefits for Federal Employees
Several lawmakers are pushing for legislation that would expand Social Security benefits for federal retirees and replace the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). The Windfall Elimination Provision reduces the Social Security benefits of retired federal, state, and local government employees who worked in private sector jobs in addition to a government job.
Recognizing Public Servants For Their Dedication During 2020
The Worldwide Assurance for Employees of Public Agencies (WAEPA) is a proud sponsor of the 2021 Unsung Heroes of Federal Service Awards, hosted by The Alex Tremble Show to celebrate Public Service Appreciation Week. These awards recognize deserving Federal Government employees for their creativity and dedication for serving the larger public and those in their local community.
Data Driving the Future
On the latest episode of the FEDtalk podcast, the panel discussed the ways in which data is driving the future of work within and without the federal workforce.
#1 Exercise To Increase Your Focus Naturally
Focus is crucial to achieving your goals and increasing your productivity. Learn about how to harness the power of the brain and increase your focus in this video.