CBP-OPR Identifies Unnecessary Use of Force in Border Patrol Incident, No Evidence of Striking Migrants
The Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) found no evidence that the Border Patrol (BP) agents struck the migrants but noted an “unnecessary use of force.”
Issues at the IRS Highlight Professional Vulnerabilities for Federal Managers
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is under fire for alleged poor performance. No matter where these allegations lead, good managers are bound to get caught up in the controversy.
United We Stand: Changing the Lives of Federal Employees
Last year, the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) celebrated 35 years of standing with federal employees. With your support, we stand committed to this mission.
What is the Appropriations Committee?
Congress can be complicated. Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME) explains what the Appropriations Committee is and how Congress funds the government every year.
POTUS Signs Trio of Bills into Law Concerning Cybersecurity
President Joe Biden signed three bipartisan cybersecurity bills into law to address the shortage of talent, local and state security measures, and advance electronic records modernization.
Federal Firefighters to Receive Short-Term Pay Raise Mandated by Infrastructure Bill
In a statement released last month, the White House outlined modifications to federal wildland firefighter pay and benefits as mandated by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58).
Independence Day and American Values
In honor of the 4th of July, the Department of State reflects on a nation built on ideas and autonomy.
Life Insurance Is the Real Commitment When It Comes to Marriage
Marriage is an exciting moment in people’s lives that initiates important changes. Few life-changing events are as significant as the big step, and life insurance is an important milestone to keep in mind.
OPM Extends ‘Schedule A’ Hiring Authority
In a memo last week to agency heads, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) extended the “Schedule A” expedited hiring process to fill positions needed for pandemic-related purposes.
Federal Employee Appeals Board Explains Corrective Action Options for Term Appointees
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) has ruled that term appointees are not entitled to serve beyond the role expiration date, nor are they entitled to a permanent position as relief in a personnel action.
Improving Team Morale by Creating a Safe, Inclusive Workplace
June as a particularly prominent time to recognize the importance of inclusivity for team morale in recognizing both Pride Month and Juneteenth.
OPM Highlights FY22 Actions, Outlines Roadmap for Future Efforts
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director Kiran Ahuja told reporters the agency must improve its human capital management capabilities to become a strategic center for the federal government.
Unemployment Insurance Designated to GAO High Risk List
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) added earlier this month the Unemployment Insurance (UI) system to its list of federal services at “high risk” of waste and fraud.
The Leader Contrary to Leadership
It is not enough to be designated as a leader to develop leadership qualities. Likewise, you don’t have to be a designated leader to engage in leadership.
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.