House, Senate Begin FY23 NDAA Legislative Process
Last week, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023 (FY23) was introduced into both chambers of Congress for committee and subcommittee review.
Safety: Every Workers' Right | DOL
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) host a forum to discuss the impact of losing a loved one or colleague and those left to grieve.
Indefinite Suspension After Security Clearance Restoration is MSPB Reviewable
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) rules that an indefinite suspension following restoration of clearance is grounds for review under its jurisdiction.
Where Work-Life Benefits Meet the Administration of Justice: DOJ Reentry Plans
As the Justice Department strives to reach a “new normal,” stakeholders discuss how telework availability is impacting employee morale, recruitment, and retention.
Successfully Negotiating the First Pass-Through Memo in Six Years
After several months of negotiations, the Professional Managers Association (FMA) is proud to announce the 2022 National Agreement Consolidated Pass-Through Provisions memorandum.
OPM Issues Skills-based Guide to Recruitment for Federal Agencies
In a memo last Thursday, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) outlined more detailed skills-based hiring guidance for federal agencies to overcome persistent federal recruitment challenges.
Lawmakers Urge Appropriators Boost Tech Modernization Fund
Senators Mark Warner (D-VA), Steve Daines (R-MT) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) urged their colleagues to allocate an additional $300 million to the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF).
Proposed Legislation to Ensure Relief for All Toxic-Exposed Veterans
A year-long, bipartisan initiative is set to deliver health care and benefits under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to all toxic-exposed veterans.
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.