House Appropriations Committee Advances Cluster of FY23 Bills
The House Committee on Appropriations has continued in recent weeks to review fiscal year (FY) 2023 proposed expenditures. As of last Friday, the full committee advanced six bills.
What Kind of “Significant Change” in Working Conditions Protects Whistleblowers?
The law recognizes managers retaliate against whistleblowers via personnel action. Though common, one of the hardest to quantify is “significant change in duties, responsibilities, or working conditions.”
OPM Issues Sick Leave Fact Sheet Concerning Medical Related Travel
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a fact sheet Monday clarifying that federal employees may use sick leave for travel associated with accessing medical care.
Celebrating Pride in Government
On the latest FEDtalk, we celebrate Pride Month with a panel discussion concerning LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the federal government: both in the present and historically.
Federal Reserve Chair Speaks on the International Roles of the U.S. Dollar
Chair of the Federal Reserve Jay Powell discusses the preeminent role of the U.S. dollar in the global economy over the past century, from reserve currency to global trade.
Supreme Court Limits Personal Lawsuits Against Federal Employees
The U.S. Supreme Court’s sweeping decision in Egbert v. Boule precludes almost any new kinds of Bivens claims against federal employees, opening the door to a future overturn.
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.