The Time to Improve Telework in the Federal Government is Now
The last update to federal telework policy was the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010 more than twelve years ago—long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced a reliance on telework.
House Oversight Committee Advances Federal Telework Expansion Bill
The House Oversight and Reform Committee advanced legislation this week aimed at enhancing federal telework policies by a vote of 23 to 17.
VA Accountability Office, Whistleblower Protection May See Restructuring
The House Veterans Affairs Committee (HVAC) has discussed a proposed restructure to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection (OAWP).
PRAC Updates Lessons Learned in Pandemic Oversight
Earlier this month, the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC) issued an update to its initial report first issued in September 2021 with five additional findings.
The Partnership Details Civil Servants Trust in Leadership, Institutions
In collaboration with Deloitte, the Partnership for Public Service examines civil servants' trust in (1) government leaders and (2) civil service rules and their enforcement.
Navigating New Personnel Issues in the Pandemic Era
This week’s FEDtalk show features Attorneys from the federal employment law firm Shaw Bransford & Roth to discuss personnel issues and emerging trends in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Newly Confirmed TSP Board Works to Resolve Issues Following System Upgrades
The Senate confirmed President Joe Biden’s nominees to serve on the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board. The new board members begin their service amid Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) issues.
Federal CIO Releases Enterprising IT Operating Plan
The Federal Chief Information Officer (CIO) released an Information Technology (IT) operating plan last week to unite the “collective strengths” of technology focused federal offices.
IRS Raises Mileage, Expenses Rate Midyear Amidst Rising Inflation
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an increase in the standard mileage rate concerning business travel, and medical and relocation expenses, effective July 1, 2022.
Federal Executive Board Reports Strong Interagency Collaboration Among Program Users
According to a survey of key Federal Executive Boards (FEB) stakeholders, the programs provide an excellent forum for networking and connecting with leadership peers.
The Partnership Public Service Launches Leadership Institute
The Partnership for Public Service launched its Leadership Institute last week, featuring a panel discussion on timely government leadership topics and the importance of public service leadership for our nation.
Safer Federal Workforce Task Force Updates FAQs on Travel, Leave
The Safer Federal Workforce Task Force updated guidelines last week that outline policies for travel, leave, and mask-wearing, among other COVID-19 related issues.
MSPB Overrules Itself to Clarify 'Douglas' Disparate Penalty Analysis
In Singh v. USPS, the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) overruled its own early 2010s precedents on the Douglas factor disparate penalty analysis.
Defense Business Board Finds Faults in DOD Civilian Talent Management
At the request of Department of Defense (DOD) officials, the Defense Business Board (DBB) examined the Pentagon’s civilian workforce.
An Epigram in Consistency and Thoughtful Communication
The National Academy of Public Administration’s work allows for the exploration of organizational dynamics that impact team morale in many ways and with a variety of teams or group affiliations.
Solarium Successor Urges NCD, Congress to Enhance Federal Cyber Workforce
An offshoot of the congressionally chartered panel, the Cyberspace Solarium Commission (CSC) 2.0 released its most recent report last week.
Why Federal Managers Need Professional Liability Insurance
Every federal employee has some level of liability exposure, but federal managers may be at a greater risk than they realize.
When a Rainy Day Fund Is Not Enough
Have you ever heard that the only sure thing in life is change? There’s no better example than these current times to tell you that it’s true.