Workplace Wellness: Achieving Goals & Avoiding Burnout
Industry leaders share their perspective on how managers and early-career professionals can infuse more joy and wellness into the workplace, as well as their advice on how you to talk to your boss.
Senate Returns to Chambers to Consider NDAA Amendments
The Senate is back this week to debate on the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The annual authorization bills not only set Pentagon policy but often becomes a vehicle for myriad other provisions.
Federal Circuit Deems Family Medical Opinion Unlawful in Removal Case
In Johnson v. Air Force, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit clarified that receiving external opinions on a proposed removal is a violation of the due process clause.
Congress Punts Government Funding to Lame Duck Session
Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown by punting appropriations with the stopgap measure hours before funding expired. The continuing resolution (CR) expires on December 16.
FEHB Premiums to Rise 8.7% This Open Season
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recently released details concerning the upcoming open season and participants are likely to see a significant increase in their health premium costs.
MSPB Issues New Research Agenda, First Since Regaining a Quorum
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) has issued its first research agenda since reaching a quorum earlier this year. The agenda outlines research objectives for the years 2022 through 2026.
Bill to Prevent Schedule F Reclassification Clears House
Even without reclassification proposals such as Schedule F, federal employees face threats and liabilities inherent in their positions, including the possibility of civil lawsuits and administrative actions.
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
A monthlong celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15th to October 15th, paying tribute to generations of Hispanic Americans who have contributed to the development of our nation. Here is a brief look at the diversity of the Hispanic and Latinx experience within the Department of the Interior.
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
The weather is cooling down, the leaves are falling, and the holiday season is on the horizon. During this time of year, we celebrate holidays that compel us to take the time to appreciate our loved ones.
Developing Emotional Intelligence
While genetics, upbringing and environment all play a role, there are steps you can take to develop your emotional intelligence over time. This Emotional Intelligence Awareness Month, get to know yourself.
FMLA & OWCP Claims Aren't Protected Activity, MSPB Rules
A Department of Veterans Affairs employee was terminated for threatening agency employees after HR called the hospital to confirm the employee’s claim that he had not been released.
Senate Intelligence Committee Issues Report Detailing Foreign Threats
The Senate Committee on Intelligence released a redacted, non-partisan report last week examining foreign intelligence threats currently impacting the United States.
Draft Rule to Codify EEO E-Filing Options for Public, Private Sector Employees
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a draft rule this week in the Federal Register regarding its procedures governing document transmission.
FEMA Leads Federal Response to Aid Puerto Rico in Wake of Hurricane Fiona
The federal government is surging hundreds of personnel to Puerto Rico, to assist in response and recovery from the devastation of the Category Four Hurricane, Fiona.
BIG Returns to In-Person Learning with 43rd Annual National Training Institute
It was no easy task returning to in person learning for the first time since the pandemic started but we did it! A BIG thank you to all who supported our return to in-person learning.
Lawmakers Consider Codifying Federal Management, Information Offices
Lawmakers in both the House of Representatives and the Senate are considering proposals to establish and codify federal offices that will help implement agency policies.
OMB Issues Learning Agenda to Drive Government Innovation
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a learning agenda last week to encourage researchers and government officials to fill evidence gaps in service delivery.
New DOI Guidance to Strengthen Tribal Co-stewardship of Public Lands, Waters
The Department of the Interior (DOI) released new agency guidance last week aimed at strengthening the role of tribes in federal land management and improving federal stewardship.