EPA Delays Plans to Close, Consolidate Labs Following GAO Audit of USDA Relocations
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last week a closure delay of its Region 6 Laboratory in Houston, Texas, and relocate 30 personnel and 11 contractors by 2023.
The Age of Womenomics
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discuss gender equity in the financial sector, challenges faced and those admired.
MSPB Adopts New Element of Proof in Performance Removal Cases
In Lee v. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) added a new element of proof to sustain a performance-based adverse action with an appeal: accountablity prior to the PIP.
Safeguarding Your Security Clearance–5 Tips to a Successful SF-86 & SF-85
Avoid common mistakes made on the SF-85 or SF-86 that could delay or disqualify you from employment and join Shaw Bransford & Roth on June 29 @ 11 AM EDT for a live webinar.
Judge Issues National Injunction on Title 42 Termination
Last week, a federal judge ordered that the Biden Administration maintain pandemic-related restrictions outlined in the Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) public health directive Title 42.
House Oversight Committee Advances Workforce Reform Legislation
Last week, the House Oversight and Reform Committee advanced legislation aiming to resolve key federal workforce and benefits issues for interns and first responders.
OPM Directs Agencies to Implement Choice of Workforce Development Priorities
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) instructed agencies to implement two of the four primary priorities outlined in the 2022 Federal Workforce Priorities Report.
DOJ, EEOC Launch Initiative to Combat AI Discrimination During Hiring Process
This week, the Justice Department and the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) launched a new joint initiative to combat the disability discrimination in federal hiring.
Survey Illustrates Disparate Access to Telework at Justice
An in-depth survey of U.S. Attorney Offices (USAOs) revealed varying degrees of telework flexibility under the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA).
DOI Probe Finds Hundreds of Children Died at Indian Residential Schools
The Department of Interior released a report last week detailing the federal government’s efforts between 1819 and 1969 to coerce Indigenous children to integrate into American society.
MSPB Confirms Lack of Jurisdiction Concerning EEO, Title VII Reprisal Cases
The Merit Systems Protection Board followed the precedent of several circuit courts in resolving that they are not the proper forum for allegations of retaliation for Title VII-related issues.
Introducing the Office of Technical Assistance
On June 9th at 2PM EDT, join Professional Managers Association (PMA) in a live panel discussion for an overview of the Internal Revenue Service's policy section and economic crimes teams.
Recognizing Public Servants, Their Successes & Their Needs
Telling the stories of what government does, and of the public servants who do the work, will play a big role in moving the needle on trust in government.
ED Cancels $6.8 billion of Public Servants’ Student Debt, Launches Appeal Process for Denials
The Education Department announced Wednesday that recent changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program had improved the accessibility of the program.
The Partnership Finds Perception Shift in Survey on Public Trust in Government
A survey conducted by the Partnership for Public Service found public mistrust of the federal government; however, the same sentiment does not translate to federal employees or agencies.
Recognize the Efforts of Public Servants This Month and Always
When employees feel valued at work, it increases engagement, productivity and loyalty. Recognition shows employees that they are valued and they are not invisible.
OSC Made “Preliminary Determination” Closing Your Case? No Response Needed Says MSPB
When an employee exhausts administrative remedies through the Office of Special Counsel (OSC), they gain the right to appeal directly to the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB).