So, What Comes Next?
As we at the National Academy of Public Administration think about how to safely and productively “return to work” we have been struck by the complexity of the decision and potential next steps.
Whistleblower Protection – Where We Stand 243 Years After the First Whistleblower Law
National Whistleblower Day is celebrated each year on July 30. America’s first whistleblower law was approved during the height of the American Revolution on July 30, 1778 when Congress acted on whistleblower disclosures made about wrongdoing and abuses by a senior officer of the Continental Navy.
What are Shared Services?
Learn about the importance of Shared Services and how agencies use them effectively. These services reduce duplication of efforts, improve service delivery, enhance customer experience, and save American taxpayers money.
U.S. and World Powers Condemn China for Malicious Cyber Activities
The United States, along with world powers like the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), condemned China for its numerous cyberattacks, specifically the attack that compromised Microsoft Exchange servers earlier this year.
Senate Majority Leader Plans Preliminary Vote on Infrastructure Package
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) plans to hold a preliminary vote on the $579 billion bipartisan infrastructure framework and move forward on a separate $3.5 trillion tax and spending proposal as soon as Wednesday of this week.
3 ways to create a work culture that brings out the best in employees | Chris White | TEDxAtlanta
Listen as Chris White of the University of Michigan’s Center for Positive Organizations discusses the best ways to promote a positive work culture and boost employee respect and morale.
Webinar: Inside Santos v. NASA
In this live webinar, an attorney from Shaw Bransford & Roth will explain the Federal Circuit's holding in Santos v. NASA.
Biden Moves to Fire Social Security Commissioner, Sparking Debate on For-Cause Protections for Agency Leaders
Last week, President Biden requested resignations from the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA). Deputy Commissioner David Black provided his resignation, but Commissioner Andrew Saul refused. Following this refusal, President Biden notified Saul that his employment was terminated.
The State of Government Ethics
The U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) released the results from its annual agency ethics program questionnaire for 2020.
Lawmakers Aim to Improve Technology Security with Supply Chain Training
Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Ron Johnson (R-WI) have introduced legislation aimed at protecting against cyber threats and supply chain vulnerabilities through standardized training programs. The Supply Chain Security Training Act would create a standard training program for federal employees responsible for purchasing services and equipment.
New guidance “a really important moment” in Evidence Act implementation, data expert says
Nick Hart, president of the Data Foundation, comments to Government Matters on the new data and analysis that agencies must submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to comply with OMB guidance on implementing the Evidence Act.
Future of the Federal Workforce and Workplace in the Post-Pandemic Era
On July 15, 2021, the National Academy of Public Administration will present the second in two-part series on the future of the Federal workplace.
2020 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government Rankings Released
The Partnership for Public Service and the Boston Consulting Group released their annual Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings, which rank the best and worst places to work in federal government based on responses to the Office of Personnel Management's annual Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS).
GAO Releases Accountability Framework on AI
In June 2021, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released an accountability framework on artificial intelligence (AI) for agencies to follow as they incorporate new and emerging technologies into their day-to-day operations.
Former Temporary Workers Could Catch Up on Pension Contributions Under Proposed Bill
Representatives Derek Kilmer (D-WA) and Tom Cole (R-OK) recently introduced a bipartisan piece of legislation titled the Federal Retirement Fairness Act. This legislation would allow employees enrolled in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) who initially entered government as temporary workers to make catch-up retirement contributions to cover for the years when they were temps.
Change Management in an Ever-Changing World
On the latest episode of the FEDtalk podcast, management guru John P. Kotter and Gaurav Gupta of Kotter Inc. discuss new insights from their book Change on how agencies can take advantage of the changes to improve employee skills and introduce a culture that values change and modern thinking.
The Cold War Crimes Of The CIA | Secrets Of War | Timeline
Learn about the many secret missions of the CIA during the Cold War. From election rigging to embassy spy missions- this video covers it all.
Talk with your kids about money
“Four in Five parents wish they had learned more about money and personal finances in their childhood.”
Parents tend to be tight-lipped with their children about family finances. But talking about money can provide a valuable education and keep kids from thinking money is a scary or taboo topic. One way to shape healthy attitudes and behaviors toward money is to engage in frequent conversations about how money works, how it’s earned, how it’s spent and how decisions about it are made.