Federal Newscast: Recent Episodes
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The Federal Newscast is a daily compilation of the stories Federal News Radio Producer Eric White reads on Federal Drive with Tom Temin. Listen to the newscast or read the stories each weekday morning on FederalNewsNetwork.com.
(9/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The alarm bells can be heard almost everywhere about the negative impacts of a government shutdown. The Labor Department's spending on new technology has skyrocketed in recent years. And the first woman, who happens to be a woman of color and a combat veteran, will serve as the VA’s deputy secretary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(9/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: OMB Director Shalanda Young says GOP budget proposals would "devastate the American people." A DoD IG report says 20% of sexual assaults are mishandled by the military health care system. And a Biden veto threat could mean a CR is inevitable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(9/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A senator and congressman are moving to end government shutdowns once and for all. The Office of the National Cyber Director is developing a new cyber-posture report to help evaluate the current state of American cybersecurity. And victims exposed to Camp Lejeune's contaminated water, have a new way to resolve their claims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Following a critical report, the TSA is taking steps to improve its cybersecurity practices. Federal labor unions want the Senate to move fast to confirm Martin O’Malley to lead the Social Security Administration. And Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst wants an IG to see how badly telework has led to feds "phoning it in." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, presidential advisors are calling for the creation of a “Department of Water” to confront what they say are rapidly evolving water crises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Exceeding its goal, the VA finds housing for thousands of homeless veterans. An original digital services SWAT team celebrates nine years on the job. And Confederate Civil War officer A.P. Hill just got his name removed from the army base that bore his name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/25/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Labor Department is struggling to retain drug intervention specialists in its Job Corps centers. The Justice Department IG says the background-check process for hiring DEA agents falls way short. And a powerful congressman wants to investigate the Space Command's decision to call Colorado home sweet home, and not Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department now has an option to reach the cloud from outside the continental United States. The Postal Service says it can account for all of its employees on the Hawaiian island of Maui. And the Labor Department has uncovered more improper spending of COVID relief funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Staffing shortages are on the rise across America at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board says 89% of TSP participants are "satisfied." And the GSA says the once-troubled login.gov platform has turned the corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: California lawmakers want more passport offices in their state. A losing bidder again protests a 10-year $65 billion DoD health care contract. And a CISA hiring spree, lands more than 1,300 new employees in just the past two years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: NTEU disaster relief grants are now available through the FEEA Assistance Fund. The Defense Department offers FEMA a big hand of assistance in Hawaii. And House Democrats say OPM's definition of infertility is unfair to the LGBTQ+ community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The General Services Administration is taking on unconscious bias, with identity-verification technology. The Patent office changes the name of its scholars program from Thomas Edison to Marian Croak. And sexual harassment at America's military academies shows no sign of improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/17/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Congress weighs-in on the process of how agencies are moving to the cloud. Mental-health struggles remain a concern for those seeking security clearances. And feds get a little boost in their reimbursable travel allowance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/16/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The FBI is getting a new leader to take on insider threats. The Defense Department mobilizes resources to help in Hawaii. And the saga of the CIO-SP4 contract continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: An IRS watchdog says the handling of sensitive taxpayer records is often sloppy. CISA launches a new program to help bolster the network security of critical infrastructure organizations. And Republicans look to "get feds out of the classroom" by freezing hiring at the Education Department. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The recent Chinese hack of a Microsoft vulnerability, prompts DHS to step-up its analysis of all threats to cloud environments. The Postal Service is launching a new initiative to address declines in mail volume. And all those opinions on telework might all be wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, an IRS watchdog finds the agency incorrectly flagged tens of thousands of taxpayers as deceased. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs is strengthening its ability to investigate and remedy employment discrimination allegations filed against federal contractors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, five years since issuing the notice of proposed rulemaking, agencies can finally conduct 360 degree reviews with their contractors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department needs to do more to avoid recruiting criminals or political extremists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration is putting a temporary pause on adding new applicants to its disadvantaged business program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/4/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Military families will now be able to use $5,000 in pre-tax income to care for dependents. DoD's CIO mandates new rules for buying cloud services. And presidential candidate Ron DeSantis will "start slitting throats" of federal employees his first day on the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/3/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The State Department has launched a Bureau of Global Health to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS. Airmen stuck overseas, due to lack of government money -- three weeks later -- have the funding. And top employees at the Interior Department get their telework opportunities cut to 50%. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/2/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Calling it "coercive," Ohio Congressman Brad Wenstrup goes after President Biden's 2021 get-it-or-be-fired vaccination order for feds. A union for federal employees is supporting a bill to make union dues tax deductible. And most Thrift Savings Plan funds were back in the black in July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(8/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Thrift Savings Plan participants can now manage their installment payments in My Account. GSA is asking whether another change is required in the way agencies buy cloud services. And it's negative over positive when it comes to the public judging experiences with federal services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/31/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Ransomware attackers steal the personal information of more than 600,000 Medicare beneficiaries. The Defense Department now has an independent military prosecutor for the most serious offenses. And the FDIC makes plans to plug three holes in the cloud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) wants agencies to investigate what he calls Microsoft's "lax cybersecurity practices." GSA's commercial platforms initiative is gaining steam. And Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wants answers to "price gouging" by TRICARE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A new Air Force Chief of Staff is waiting in the wings. A Justice Department employee group urges the attorney general to resist efforts to reduce telework. And Congress demands answers about the cancellation of MyTravel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/26/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Harry Coker, an alumnus of the NSA and CIA, is nominated to serve as national cyber director. In less than a fortnight, the Air Force reinstates its aviation retention bonuses. And a federal contractor is guilty of a $7 million methodology mistake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, military spouses call on Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama to end his block on Senate confirmed military appointments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, a government contractor agrees to pay one of the biggest fines in the history of the False Claims Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Partnership for Public Service announces its 2023 People’s Choice Award winner. The electric vehicle commitment of federal agencies has just be supercharged. And the teleworkers at the Federal Aviation Administration, have just begun their descent toward the in-office tarmac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Microsoft will soon give it away for the sake of cybersecurity. The Office of Personnel Management is drafting new qualification standards for federal wildland firefighter management jobs. And the Air Force embeds recruiters in the Hinterlands to find new cadets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/19/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) puts a hold on President Biden's pick for VA deputy secretary. It looks like the Space Force will become the first military service with its own personnel system. And the TSA gears up to land new tech employees in top positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: USAID has put a policy in place to limit telework. Congress moves to reduce employment barriers for military spouses, when a service member receives relocation orders. And the Intelligence Community gets new hiring incentives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/17/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The General Services Administration is rethinking how it'll decide where to build a new FBI headquarters. Two decades of sexual harassment and assaults at the Coast Guard Academy have Congress calling for the inspector general. And 3,000 military reservists might be on their way to Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) is taking another stab at killing Schedule F. There are some more return-to-office changes in the works for a couple of agencies. And President Joe Biden’s pick for second-in-command at the Department of Veterans Affairs is heading for a full Senate vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Department of Homeland Security will see a change in a key leadership position. The law that governs federal cybersecurity is getting a bipartisan overhaul. And it looks like federal firefighters finally landed a permanent pay raise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: House Republicans are looking to make it easier to fire employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sen. Tommy Tuberville's abortion views lead to unfilled officer slots in the U.S. military. And the State Department looks to bring back retired diplomats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/11/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Virginia Senators Warner and Kaine send a detailed letter to the Defense Department decrying the lack of reforms to privatized military housing. GSA is turning up its protections to better mitigate supply chain risks. And Customs and Border Protection lays out its agency-wide IT plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A former Army financial counselor faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding gold star family members. Joint Chief Chairman Mark Milley picks his next senior enlisted adviser. And lawmakers call for changes, after a letter carrier dies delivering mail in a recent heat wave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Two GOP lawmakers are looking to defund armed regulatory officers at certain federal agencies. The Office of Personnel Management reminds agency managers they must not forget the "weather and safety leave" option. And it looks like your latest Zoom meeting is probably a public record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GSA is making it easier for agencies to find Native American companies to contract with, thanks to a new online tool. CISA adds new faces to its top leadership team's cybersecurity division. And a collaboration between U.S. Cyber Command and industry that helps defend against cyber attacks is expanding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/5/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A union for feds sounds the alarm about telework, budgets, and DEI issues. What does it mean that agencies improperly paid out more than $247 billion? And IRS looks to beta-test a free, online tax-filing platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(7/3/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department is taking steps to combat foreign influence in federally-funded scientific research. The time it takes to get a security clearance is holding steady. And a Florida-based small business and its owner will pay more than $7.7 million to settle allegations of False Claims Act violations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, one Senator says he’s working on legislation that would give the State Department more ways to handle its backlog of passport applications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are again trying to change how marijuana use factors into a security clearance decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, Department of Homeland Security employees get a nice surprise ahead of Independence Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Social Security Administration are warning that the agency's workforce challenges have become even more troubling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration’s Login.gov service continues to be in the crosshairs of House lawmakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Military service members will soon get reimbursed for moving expenses for their pets. A bill advancing in Congress could mean $63 billion for DHS and 22,000 Border Patrol agents. And the Homeland Security IG is being probed again about his deleted text messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Pentagon IG wants an investigation to find out what happened to 21 vanished shipping containers in Kuwait. The Deputy Secretary at Homeland Secretary is retiring and heading to Atlanta. And NASA and Microsoft joined forces with young people in a big DC STEM space, with an eye toward space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Philadelphia 15, Black sailors from the 1940s, who received bad-conduct discharges, are now deemed as honorable. The Space Force looks to launch a National Guard into its orbit. And thousands of VA police officers will soon be wearing body cameras. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/16/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: HUD's customer experience leader is stepping down. A new 30-member team's been picked to focus on ways to improve the Army experience for women. And Lt. Gen. Leonidas Polk is the latest loser among Confederate leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IRS has its third new technology leader in four months. Reforms to the national security classification system were just passed by the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. And a hefty pay raise is in the works for American service members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Homeland Security IG's deleted texts continue to vex Democrats in congress. A GOP-controlled House committee votes to fully fund the President's $300B request for the Dept of Veterans Affairs. And FEHB enrollees will soon be empowered to amass a bigger nest egg for health care expenses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Senator Ron Wyden thinks spy agencies might be going too far to get data on Americans. The Treasury's IG says the IRS could improve on how it awards cash to whistleblowers. And Congress looks to eliminate the Pentagon’s office of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: OPM boosts awareness for those seeking and those running federal internship programs. HHS is close to finalizing an update to its data management strategy. And the 45-day suspension is extended for horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery funerals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(6/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Testifying to deleted texts is the latest reason Congressman Bennie Thompson is giving for the immediate resignation of Homeland Security's Inspector General. With military readiness impacted, GAO highlights DoD lowlights of weapons acquisitions programs taking too long and exceeding cost estimates. And contractors finally have a new timeline for the OASIS+ contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers look to address what they say is troubling behavior by the Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is warning security clearance holders to watch out for a sophisticated phishing email. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(1/11/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: House Republicans continue to enjoy their majority, naming two more members to committee chairmanships.Defense Secretary Austin officially ends the military's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.And AFGE continues to grow new members.
(1/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Republicans have started selecting chairmen for their House committees. OPM offers agencies a first look at new HR standards to help improve the delivery of services. And the 2023 Presidential Rank Awards are open for business.
In today's Federal Newscast: Bad computer password practices could lead to phishing attacks at the Interior Department. 2022 Unclassified Defense Department procurement spending nearly hits an all-time high. And the penalty for unethical feds could hit over $70,000.
(1/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: DoD names the name-change recommendations for nine Army bases. AFGE says that inmate sex incidents are creating stress-induced illnesses for federal prison guards. And private debt collectors hired by the IRS get mixed reviews.
(1/5/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: COVID fraud leads to indictments, convictions and millions recovered, thanks to the efforts of the DHS OIG. Leaders at OPM search for better ways to support their hybrid workforce. And DoD wants to know what it costs to wear a uniform.
(1/4/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The President tries again, 14 months later, to get Gigi Sohn on the FCC. Awash in scandal, Congress calls for more oversight of privatized military housing. And Senators Carper and Collins insist Postmaster General DeJoy formulate a new recruiting and retention plan, as delivery delays persist.
Military academy superstar athletes can no longer turn pro immediately after graduation. OPM reminds agencies that there are rules about putting political appointees into civil service jobs.And the State Department gets aggressive searching for its next generation of IT workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, emphasizing the availability of telework for federal jobs may lead to better recruitment and retention.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has new guidance for federal agencies that need to reduce privacy risks in giant sets of data.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Bureau of Prisons will have to overhaul its outdated security systems under legislation the president signed yesterday.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new telework agreement for one agency gives its employees more flexibility
(12/12/22) - In today's Federal Newscast - The DHS Inspector General finds Homeland Security not too secure about revoking former employees' credentials. A new bill calls for NOAA to breakaway from the Commerce Department. And after a two-year wait, federal guidance on the ethical use of AI is MIA.
(12/22/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A $17 billion dollar budget for CBP means a bigger border focus. The Merit Systems Protection Board releases a report on sexual harassment at federal agencies. And feedback is needed on how federal employees pay their union dues.
(12/21/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Office of Personnel Management has its first deputy director in two years. Information on CIA's new Open Source Enterprise director, can be found in open sources. And OPM data breach victims need to act fast to get their $700.
(12/20/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Republican Senators urge Defense Secretary Austin to reinstate military members and to issue backpay for vaccine-related discharges. The personal information of more than 250,000 people possibly exposed in data breach. And L3Harris Technologies is buying Aerojet Rocketdyne for almost $5 billion.
(12/19/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Senate continues its battle against wasteful duplication in federal programs. Over the past two years, the wage gap for federal agencies does not improve for women. And the Air Force makes progress accommodating civilian employees with disabilities.
(12/16/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Senate has unanimously agreed that TikTok should be banned. The percentage of women serving in the military keeps going up. And the Federal Protective Service is facing staffing shortages.
(12/15/22) In today's Federal Newscast: With the cost of living up, so is the military's Basic Allowance for Housing. Lawmakers want retired military officers held accountable for jobs with shady foreign clients. And the Defense Intelligence Agency embraces artificial intelligence.
(12/14/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The chances that congress will shut down the government look slim...maybe. Space Force guardians sharpened their skills tracking Artemis between the Earth and the moon. And the State Department is planning to create a new bureau to address future infectious disease outbreaks and pandemics.
(12/13/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department Inspector General issues a critical report on the behavior of the former director of the White House Military Office. A 17th Sergeant Major of the Army has been selected. And DCSA awards two contracts worth more than $2 billion each.
(12/12/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: OPM prepares to gather telework information from all federal agencies. DoJ and HHS strengthen their partnership to put more heat on fraudsters. And a senior official leading workforce issues at the State Department is stepping down.
(12/9/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The National Defense Authorization Act will give direct financial help to servicemembers in need. The Department of Homeland security gets some suggestions on how to improve customer service. And another bill is on the way to vanquish government jargon.
(12/8/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: IBM's shopping spree lands a Reston firm, as it gobbles up its 25th company since 2020. DoD's chief financial officer wants an actual budget to pass, not a CR. And the Veterans Affairs Department continues to struggle to comply with a litany of laws.
(12/7/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: House and Senate Armed Services Committee leaders have reached an agreement on the National Defense Authorization Act. U.S. scientists turn into diplomats (of sorts) on foreign soil. And the Social Security Administration unveils its new website.
(12/6/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Republicans in the House call on the EEOC to fully bring back federal employees to the office. A new study finds that reaching out to certain TSP participants, boosts the money they invest. And GSA's Technology Transformation Service has a new leader.
(12/5/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Evil Twins are on the House calendar for the first time for a possible first-ever vote. With a $10 billion ceiling, a solicitation is out for one of the most anticipated IT services contracts of the year. And a 2022 IRS watchdog investigation leads to 26 firings and much more.
(12/2/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission gets high marks for its cybersecurity program. Watchdogs say mistakes and fraud led to telehealth overbilling during the pandemic. And DoD wants to know if the kids are doing all right.
(12/1/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The President's Management Agenda sets agency goals for training and supplier diversity, among others. Seventy House lawmakers push for billions of dollars for the Social Security Administration. And the Senate confirms a new Defense Department IG.
(11/30/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: We have the numbers on a banner year for GSA IT contracts. The Space Force orbits into its first overseas combatant command. And the VA's shift away from paper checks, snuffs out fraud.
(11/29/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The military’s Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratories can now pay you $226,000 per year. The National Science Foundation experiments with more working from home. And the cost of sending junk mail is going up.
(11/28/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Social Security Administration says it needs billions more to deliver for Americans. The federal government saw an overall drop in improper payments in fiscal 2022. And federal employees still have time to make changes to their health care enrollments.
(11/28/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Social Security Administration says it needs billions more to deliver for Americans. The federal government saw an overall drop in improper payments in fiscal 2022. And federal employees still have time to make changes to their health care enrollments.
(11/23/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Two former VA employees are likely headed to federal prison for their $3 million scheme. A lead cyber agency is on the hunt for a key piece of technology. And OPM will temporarily halt applications for the Federal Long-Term-Care Insurance Program.
(11/22/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Two congressmen want to know what agencies are doing to ensure clean water across America. DOJ wants agencies to provide more information in different lanugages. And the House Modernization Committee looks at the need to have a congressional Chief Data Officer.
(11/21/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Small businesses get some inflation relief from the SBA. Federal first responders, with on-the-job injuries, may soon get better retirement benefits. And federal prosecutors have filed charges following a gun battle that killed a CBP officer.
(11/18/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A bill meant to standardize mail-in ballots for federal elections is heading to the House floor. A long-running dispute between employees and the Education Department has reached a settlement. And USPS has gifted itself some news sorting machines, just in time for the holidays.
(11/17/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is actually leading to stuff being fixed. The Defense Logistics Agency gets a step closer to hitting the spot with G-Invoicing. And the GSA looks to Arkansas for nuclear and renewable energy sources for federal agencies.
(11/16/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: OPM is urged to disallow salary history in both the hiring and pay-setting processes. The VA is taking corrective action after disclosing the vaccination status of more than half a million employees. And the Secret Service gets some new cybersecurity advice.
(11/15/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Pentagon continues to face challenges in responding to cyber-attacks on military networks. Agencies may get some help with training for human resources specialists. And the Defense Department still can't meet its goals for keeping its planes "mission ready."
(11/14/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Air Force and Space Force are offering a day off for servicemembers to get the latest shot. Three agencies are teaming up to help veterans better understand their protections against employment discrimination. And the Biden administration is taking steps to require major federal contractors to reduce air pollution.
(11/10/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: It looks like the TSA has a screening machine that discriminates. The hiring surge at the Internal Revenue Service continues. And the Defense Department has a new chief of defense industrial base cybersecurity.
(11/9/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Boasting a 91% success rate, the IRS rakes in $31 billion dollars from tax cheats. A new director has been named at the NIH to run what's called, "NCATS." And a House committee moves to help VA employees concerned about the mishmash of state abortion laws.
(11/8/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The world continues to have fewer TSP millionaires. AFGE continues to grow. And VA healthcare embraces the possibly toxic today.
(11/7/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: GAO warns the Coast Guard that it's way behind improving safety aboard older commercial fishing vessels. EV-driving DoD employees will have an easier time charging their vehicles in 2023. And veteran homelessness dropped 11% in 2022, according to the VA.
(11/4/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Federal human resources employees get some guidance on how to effectively use data in recruitment. The leading federal cyber agencies enumerate coding-security advice for software vendors. And the FCC is launching a Space Bureau.
(11/3/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Take me to your leader; the Space Force has a new one. A union for federal employees suggests some agencies might be sort of suppressing the vote. And DoD's Zero Trust strategy will soon go public.
(11/2/22) In today's Federal Newscast: The GAO calls on FEMA to help more people in need of rebuilding their homes. The percentage of contract protests drops by double digits. And the Thrift Savings Plan was up in October.
(11/1/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The National Archives continues its effort digitizing hundreds of millions of pages for the public. The VA improves its information on job vacancies. And the AbilityOne program scores a cool two million from the Technology Modernization Fund.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees are seeing a growing gap in salary compared with the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IRS just might have someone to answer your call next tax season.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees with student debt may soon see some expanded opportunities for loan forgiveness.
In today's Federal Newscast, just when you thought you had heard the last of DoD's controversial JEDI cloud contract, there's another twist.
In today's Federal Newscast, OPM plans a slew of initiatives to attract more early-career people to federal service.
In today's Federal Newscast, you can add the treasury department to the list of agencies whose workload may significantly increase due to climate change.
(10/21/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Customs and Border Protection pledges to boost hiring-of-women to 30% by 2030. The Census Bureau count of cyber attacks against the Census Bureau, numbers in the trillions. And FEMA's efforts to combat workplace discrimination and harassment not quite firing on all cylinders.
(10/20/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: GAO said better policies are needed for the treatment of some 5,000 government dogs. OMB is expected to soon issue guidance on a recent ruling on the COVID-19 vaccine. And TSA rolls out a new machine, at small airports, to get you through the security line faster.
(10/19/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The GAO has some advice for the Army to make sure it shoots straight. With some 14 million tax returns needing attention and $80 billion richer, the IRS is confident it can do the job. And the TSA is taking new steps to ensure America's railways are not susceptible to cyber attacks.
(10/18/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: DoD IG says the Air Force needs to throttle up to fix cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The Postal Service is confident it can deliver the goods this election season. And are feds being hung out to dry when it comes to weather and safety leave?
(10/17/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Biden administration is signaling it’s at least possible that the vaccine mandate for federal contractors is coming back. The Defense Department needs about 20 experts it's willing to pay $340,000 per year. And a union blames campaign ads for increased threats against the IRS.
(10/14/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Infrastructure plans move forward, as the federal government hires thousands of Americans. The Social Security Administration could lose thousands of employees to retirement in the near future. And the high-flying Air Force experiments with pot leniency in recruitment.
(10/13/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Social Security is hopeful it will reduce payments to dead people. Technical updates to the website for IG reports, expected to produce even more government transparency. And AT&T public sector has a new leader.
(10/12/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Army is creating a new integrated program office to bring all of its zero trust pursuits under one roof. GAO tells GSA it has got a real problem selling real estate efficiently. And Senate inaction causes a top OMB vacancy to remain unfilled, going on five years.
(10/11/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Biden Administration expands the use of procurement to encourage economically friendly purchasing. American embassies worldwide are in line for a major network upgrade. And the Department of Homeland Security looks to improve customer experience with people and data.
(10/7/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Army and West Point are creating a climate change curriculum to focus on national security implications. OPM plays the role of booster in encouraging federal employees to their latest COVID shots. And if you're a tax cheat living abroad, the IRS just might find you.
(10/6/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Space Development Agency has landed upon a new, permanent home. It looks like GSA will be keep contractors busy this winter. And the IG community honors its best.
(10/5/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Lawmakers are pushing to extend a program deadline for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. A lawsuit about racially biased performance evaluations at NASA moves forward. And a handful of IRS employees are charged with defrauding two pandemic-relief programs.
(10-4-22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A $28 billion SBA pandemic relief program for restaurants looks to have served up some fraud and sloppy oversight. House Republicans are not too keen on giving the IRS billions of dollars to catch more tax cheats. And the Air Force is seeking candidates for a $5 billion cyber services contract.
(10/3/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department Inspector General finds major flaws in the reporting of insider threats. More than 12% of federal employees surveyed, wanted to quit their jobs last year. And efforts to improve the air filtration in government buildings continue to fall short.
(9/30/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Nearly $3 million in possible COVID fraud is tied to DHS employees. A government shutdown is off the table, probably. And one of the longest serving agency CIOs is retiring.
(9/29/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Government Accountability Office lifts the veil to show hundreds of feds were being prepped for easier firing under Schedule F. The nominee to be the National Archivist encounters a political speed bump. And the Labor Department is finding a way out of its technical debt.
(9/29/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: It looks like a government shutdown at midnight on Friday has been avoided. Lots of changes planned if the National Cemeteries Preservation and Protection Act is passed. And dissatisfaction and exhaustion rise for employees at the Social Security Administration.
(9/27/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The U.S. Navy moves ships and aircraft out of the path of Hurricane Ian. New ideas emerge to make oversight of federal IT more impactful. And auditors find gaps in the cybersecurity practices across the nation’s nuclear labs and production sites.
In today's Federal Newscast, a working group in the inspector general community is looking for ways to better integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the IG workforce.
(9/23/22) -- In today's Federal Newscast: USDA sprinkles some fertilizer on its growing efforts at diversity. An immigrant woman of color, who once ran DARPA and NIST, takes over the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. And DoD thinks of new ways to help soldiers fight inflation.
(9/22/22) - In today's Federal Newscast -- Special delivery: Louis DeJoy brings joy to postal managers with a 3% pay raise. There appears to be no end in sight trying to attract qualified Americans to join the military. And another BLM office votes to join the union.
(9/21/22) - In today's Federal Newscast - A former HUD inspector general is found guilty of corruption and now faces up to 80 years in prison. DoD is offering two online courses on suicide. Major changes are afoot for SBA's 8(a) program. And AFGE presents its wish list for the 2023 defense authorization bill.
(9/20/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: What some call "the Oscars" for federal public service will be given out tonight in the nation's capital.The Air Force is reversing a plan that would have cut pay for some servicemembers. And the Homeland Security Department is repurposing some electric vehicles to add to its 50,000-vehicle fleet.
(9/19/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Government officials think artificial intelligence could lead to a real bias in hiring. The Post Office plan to transport more mail through railroad contractors is off the rails.And a Midwest senator wants to turn up the heat on federal agencies...literally.
(9/16/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A BRIGHT idea by lawmakers could save millions of taxpayer dollars. The Biden administration takes steps to loosen COVID-19 restrictions. And the IRS moves toward establishing the Federal Contractor Tax Check System.
(9/15/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: If you work inside the Pentagon, you'll experience almost no workplace COVID-related restrictions. A new crop of White House Fellows prepares to start work in the federal government. And there are concerns about a software supply chain provision in the NDAA.
(9/14/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Department of State moves aggressively to shake its image as pale, male and Yale. The American Federation of Government Employees continues to grow. And CISA lays out a grand vision for its future .
(9/13/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Most GSA childcare facilities did not test their drinking water, which was likely contaminated, after returning from the COVID shutdown. Bipartisan lawmakers are looking to limit the ability of some feds to trade individual stocks. And the Biden administration fills two brand-new positions to government
The US Marshal s Service is offering a hefty reward for information leading to the arrest of Fat Leonard. GSA will focus more on climate and sustainability considerations in federal acquisition. And the Interior Department's search for a new CIO is over.
The US Marshal s Service is offering a hefty reward for information leading to the arrest of Fat Leonard. GSA will focus more on climate and sustainability considerations in federal acquisition. And the Interior Department's search for a new CIO is over.
The US Marshal s Service is offering a hefty reward for information leading to the arrest of Fat Leonard. GSA will focus more on climate and sustainability considerations in federal acquisition. And the Interior Department's search for a new CIO is over.
(9/12/22) In today's Federal Newscast: The U.S.Marshals Service is offering a hefty reward for information leading to the arrest of Fat Leonard. GSA will focus more on climate and sustainability considerations in federal acquisition. And the Interior Department's search for a new CIO is over.
(9/9/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A discharged Ft. Bragg soldier, active on social media, is under arrest for alleged extremist activity. If you have social skills, the Department of Homeland Security might want to hire you. And senators say the easing of the military's soldiers-with-HIV policy should go further.
(9/8/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Inflation-weary defense contractors get a break from firm, fixed-price contracts. The GAO issues a report that concludes that the defense department can do a better job of utilizing commercial satellites. And the Army wants to modify and accelerate the selection process for new commanders.
(9/7/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board is going under the microscope. The Ag and Interior secretaries are urged to immediately hire more federal firefighters. And new tactical bras for female soldiers are on the drawing board.
(9/6/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Union organizers are now allowed on GSA-owned property to chat up private contractors. The vaccine mandate for federal employees is being challenged by lawmakers. And a two-year-old $340 million IT contract is under scrutiny.
(9/2/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A new, in-depth report spells out a plan for federal agencies to work together to fight the next pandemic. Beware, it’s insider-threat awareness month. And a new Army survey finds dissatisfaction with military housing.
((/1/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Biden team has made a few more tweaks to its COVID-19 guidance for feds. Zombie programs that just won't die lurch glassy-eyed toward half a trillion dollars. And the Navy is looking for a few good gamers.
(8/31/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Office of the National Cyber Director announces 17 new appointments this week. The Defense Department makes a major update to its Mentor-Protégé program. And CACI wins a long-awaited contract worth billions of dollars.
(8/30/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Service members and their families have a new option when it comes to COVID-19 vaccinations. The clock is ticking on the Small Business Innovation Research program. And no test for you...as the free gifts to your mailbox come to an end.
(8/29/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: An appeals court decision might mean a return to the COVID vaccine mandates for federal contractors. The SBA reinvigorates its women-owned small business contracting initiative. And Ft. Bragg's moldy barracks seem to be nothing to brag about.
(8/26/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Pentagon says the military needs to change in this increasingly hotter world. The Biden administration takes action to make sure public research results should be public. And the Air Force is partnering with NASA for experiments aboard the International Space Station.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Education Dept. is trying to work quickly to set up a simple application process to help borrowers claim debt relief.
(8/24/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The VA begins a new focus on network cyber controls. Does telework help or hurt diversity efforts? And was the Coast-Guard-connected couple in Hawaii in the spying business? Trial begins in a month.
(8/23/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Postal Service has accepted delivery of a mixed-grades cybersecurity report card. HUD and its employees are just not seeing eye-to-eye on returning to the office. And the military just made it easier for soldiers to get a vaccine for Monkeypox.
(8/22/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Forget about "The Great Resignation." The Marine Corps just hit its retention goals for the first time in a decade. Reimbursements for military housing are not keeping up with inflation. And the Federal Charity Campaign needs more leaders.
(8/19/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A Virginia congressman demands to know if the Homeland Security Inspector General is under investigation. NASA lays out its plan for a major IT services contract recompete. And the IRS is looking to expand its use of video conferences in appeals cases.
(8/18/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin wants to catch a higher number of rich tax cheats. The GAO recommends the military services clear up their tattoo policies. And the Colin Powell Leadership Program is offering paid fellowships and internships.
(8/17/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: President Biden makes it official by signing the Inflation Reduction Act. The IRS is having trouble spending its taxpayer dollars. And congress goes after sexual misconduct in Junior ROTC programs.
(8/16/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A Florida senator has some harsh words for the TSP and its China ties. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is criticized for its lack of transparency. And the Pentagon releases its first-ever social-media policy for official accounts
(8/15/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: A murdered soldiers family files a $35 million lawsuit. GSA is offering some new help to agencies to improve cybersecurity. And the Department of Homeland Security is looking for a few good hackers.
(8/12/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IG warns an inconsistent DoD policy on active shooters could be deadly. The union for letter carriers contends USPS is way understaffed. And the Navy and the state of Hawaii join forces to clean-up the military's mess in Paradise.
(8/11/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: If you want to troll the Air Force Facebook page...no problem. The U.S. Forest Service and Defense Logistics Agency are teaming up to fight fires. And President Biden appoints the first woman to head up the National Cancer Institute.
(8/10/22) - The Pentagon's COVID-19 policy is evolving. Agencies get marching orders for how to prioritize their 2024 budget requests. And the Postal Service expects to raise mail prices in January. AND this update: This morning, President Biden sign the so-called BURN PITS bill to support veterans.
(8/9/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The economy batters another group: former TSP millionaires. The Marine Mammal Commission has its ethics called into question. And GAO is concerned the Navy is trying to impede Congressional oversight.
(8/8/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IRS is about to get additional billions in its budget for added enforcement. Some feds in the West and Pacific Northwest expect some locality pay to be in their future. And a new report finds that federal employees’ salaries are often much lower than their private-sector peers.
(8/5/22) In today's Federal Newscast: The Federal Labor Relations Authority has issued a complaint against EEOC over office-reentry policies. The Capitol riot has got the Pentagon rethinking its rules on saving data on mobile devices. And the Air Force is embracing privacy during pregnancy.
(8/4/22) In today's Federal Newscast: The Biden Administration Office of Personnel Management gets its first second-in-command. Former White House trade-policy director Peter Navarro's in trouble for doing government business on his private email. And the Navy has a new top intelligence officer.
(8/3/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Chief Information Officer at GSA is seemingly in unrestrained hiring mode. Meanwhile, federal employees under 30 are resigning at higher rates than the overall average. And a new bill takes on the hired-at-will controversy.
On today's Federal Newscast: It looks like DoD might be under reporting what it's spending on cloud services. CISA can expect a huge budget increase next year. And postal workers are reminded to rein in the rainmaking for personal gain.
In today's Federal Newscast: More than 50 victims handed over millions of dollars to scammers posing as Feds. A new bill would try to make it easier to fire federal employees. And DoD health officials are building a one-stop-shop website offering abortion information.
In today's Federal Newscast: House Progressives want large government contractors to quickly disclose their PAC donations. A new FBI building just got a half billion dollars closer to reality. And the next chief of space operations at the Space Force has been selected.
In today's Federal Newscast: No surprise. Inflation is hitting the contracting community along with everyone else. GAO reports that DoD has shoddy tactics for testing children for lead exposure. And the Customs and Border Protection directorate hits facial recognition technology right between the eyes .
In today's Federal Newscast: Some 800 IT workers at the Agriculture Department vote to join a union. In Hawaii, a Coast Guard couple might be Russians, with fake identities. And federal agencies achieve historic levels of success with small business contracting.
Two Members of Congress ask GAO to figure out what has gone wrong with the TSP's members-only website. There's news of a $12-million-dollar class-action settlement at DEA, some three-decades in the making. And NASA’s Goddard Center has a job opening, at the top.
In today's Federal Newscast: A losing bidder for the DoD multibillion moving contract will submit additional evidence in its lawsuit. Disabled workers for federal contracting jobs will now get, at least, the federal minimum wage.And Senate lawmakers want agencies to begin preparing for a quantum leap in computing.
In today's Federal Newscast: The OPM Director has a warning about not offering telework to federal employees. The House passes a bill to fund IRS customer service. And the Coast Guard is modifying its medical requirements.
In today's Federal Newscast: The National Institute of Standards and Technology is updating cybersecurity standards. A U.S. Fish and Wildlife employee gets caught lying about PPP loans. And the Army struggles further to meet its recruitment goals.
In today's Federal Newscast: With attacks on postal workers increasing, congress steps in. Congress also moves to get injured federal first responders their retirement benefits. And get ready for travel advisories about being taken hostage abroad.
In today's Federal Newscast: Some federal agencies just found out they overlooked nearly a half billion dollars in uncollected debts. Dr. Anthony Fauci admits he's caught the retirement virus. And CISA hangs up a shingle in London.
In today's Federal Newscast: The Intelligence Community gets a new Chief Data Officer. The U.S. Army is offering thousands of dollars in signing bonuses...per recruit. And a new legal opinion about the Technology Modernization Fund sheds light on payback options.
In today's Federal Newscast, Forest Service workers press for better living conditions.
In today's Federal Newscast, IRS career managers respond to allegations of politically-motivated tax audits of former FBI director James Comey and deputy director Andrew McCabe.
In today's Federal Newscast, some agency leaders are taking a closer look at improving cooperation with unions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is moving nearly $1 billion of its funds to cover rising fuel costs.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army has relaxed their policies on tattoos in an effort to recruit more people.
In today's Federal Newscast: The Navy is making it less intimidating to report sexual assault. The director of the Secret Service is retiring. And staffing shortages are again plaquing the Veterans Affairs Department.
When the Taliban overran Afghanistan following the American pullout, tens of thousands of Afghans who had helped American forces had to flee. They came here. My next guests responded to a sudden need for transportation, housing and other aid. Their State Department team are finalists in this year's Service to America Medals program. Two of them joined me now in studio. We have the director of State's refugee processing center, Hilary Ingraham. And the domestic resettlement chief, Holly Herrera. The third award recipient is program officer Kiera Berdinner.
Members of Congress continue their interest in seeing the curtailment of animal testing for drugs and cosmetics. Now some members are urging the Food and Drug Administration to develop guidance for industry on how to avoid animal testing for products requiring FDA approval. Here with more, Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-Nev.).
Evidence has mounted in the last year about the effects of social media on mental health. Now the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, part of Health and Human Services, has established a center of excellence on social media and mental wellness. Joining us once again, with what the center will do, SAMHSA administrator, Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon.
Issues with the Thrift Savings Plan member access system have persisted for more than a month now. Long wait times and dropped calls at the TSP's customer service center, lack of access to historical documents, beneficiary designations and financial information. All problems with the new My Account Platform. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board launched the system June 1st. Now, many of the problems are getting more attention on Capitol Hill. Federal News Network's Drew Friedman spoke with DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), about why the TSP issues have been a recent priority for her.
With the Supreme Court recently striking down Roe v Wade, military service members may need to think about abortion in different ways. The Defense Department is promising to protect abortion, but that still leaves some pregnant service members in the lurch. Federal News Network’s Scott Maucione has more.
With the Supreme Court recently striking down Roe v Wade, military service members may need to think about abortion in different ways. The Defense Department is promising to protect abortion, but that still leaves some pregnant service members in the lurch. Federal News Network’s Scott Maucione has more.
In today's Federal Newscast, new proposal from the Department of Education is aiming to expand student loan relief programs for federal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal appeals court is hearing arguments today over whether federal employees who worked without pay during government shutdowns are owed extra money.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon wants input from industry as part of a new study on the financial health of the Defense industrial base.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy is taking measures to keep more sailors in uniform as it continues to have issues with recruitment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the fiscal 2023 spending bills making their way through the House would give more money to the DHS St. Elizabeth's West Campus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the fiscal 2023 spending bills making their way through the House would give more money to the DHS St. Elizabeth's West Campus.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new inspector general report shows federal building alarm systems and security cameras are falling short of expectations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Agriculture kicked off the annual Feds Feed Families campaign Monday to tackle food and nutrition insecurity across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is looking to help agencies resolve any questions about their authority in providing reproductive care.
In today's Federal Newscast, new legislation would make it easier for security clearance applicants to overcome a history of using marijuana.
In today's Federal Newscast, the federal government’s landlord is getting a new tenant, bees!
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department is delaying the launch of its EHR in certain areas, while the Defense Department's is moving right along.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department wasted an estimated $5 million in a single year by buying items it already had in its inventory.
In today's Federal Newscast: A federal pay raise appears to be on the horizon, but remains up in the air. Inflation might mean more money for the DoD and nuclear maintenance . And an $11 billion contract award survives a protest.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Coast Guard's Cyber Red and Blue Team Branch chief says that a ransomware attack is probably coming to a federal agency soon.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Marshals Service has its work cut out managing cryptocurrencies seized by the Justice Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration doesn’t think a Space National Guard is the best idea. Now some interest groups are pushing back.
In today's Federal Newscast: the Biden administration outlines its plan to maximize COVID-era IT modernization funds. A study shows the brain injury CTE is rare in military personnel. And the VA is trying to streamline how contractors interact with the department.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill passes the House giving federal workers who get injured on the job better access to workers' compensation.
In today's Federal Newscast, news on a potential multimillion dollar settlement for victims of the Office of Personnel Management hack.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democratic House lawmakers want to expand federal employee telework for the long-haul.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Safer Federal Workforce Committee issues a slew of updates to the governmentwide policy for dealing with Covid-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, this fall, the White House will have paid internships for the first time ever.
In today's Federal Newscast, it’s official: the U.S. military has its first-ever female service chief.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal lawsuit has been filed against the Defense Department on behalf of members of the Air Force seeking religious exemptions to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Energy Department's Oak Ridge National Lab is home to the world's fastest supercomputer.
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Bureau of Land Management's headquarters vote to receive union coverage.
In today's Federal Newscast, GAO, OMB butt heads over cost estimating for projects winning extra funding for IT modernization.
In today's Federal Newscast, a West Virginia man is facing punishment, including up to 10 years in jail, for making multiple threats against federal officials.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission finds opportunities for federal workers with disabilities are improving, but more work can be done.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission finds opportunities for federal workers with disabilities are improving, but more work can be done.
In today's Federal Newscast, an influential DoD advisory group says the Defense Department needs to pay a lot more management attention to its civilian workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, some Republican lawmakers want to press pause on making remote work permanent.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Guard members on state duty can now unionize, thanks to a new Justice Department agreement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the director of the Office of Management and Budget wants agencies to look at the future of work.
In today's Federal Newscast, House lawmakers want to change how cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, are calculated for many federal retirees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service settles another lawsuit stemming from the 2020 presidential election.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IRS saw the amount of money collected through enforcement mechanism drop significantly in fiscal 2020.
In today's Federal Newscast, the American Federation of Government Employees has filed an unfair labor practice complaint, saying that EEOC did not finish union negotiations before announcing its re-entry plans.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management released a new federal workforce plan.
In today's Federal Newscast, some Interior Department employees will see their remote work options expand.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House of Representatives is trying to recruit more diverse and high-quality candidates, and get them to stay there.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department and the Environmental Protection Agency are teaming up to launch a new environmental justice strategy.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department says it may need more money in 2023 to offset inflation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is working with other agencies to defeat cancer.
In today's Federal Newscast, rising oil prices tend to raise the cost of just about everything – including running a military.
In today's Federal Newscast, veterans are suing the Army for refusing to give soldiers with alcohol and drug addictions honorable discharges.
In today's Federal Newscast, Members of Congress are pushing for a higher pay raise than the White House asked for in 2023.
In today's Federal Newscast, DHS is ready to expand its cyber bug bounty program after a successful pilot.
In today's Federal Newscast, Can the government safely and equitably use facial recognition for identity proofing? That's the question the General Services Administration's Technology Transformation Service is asking.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is giving formerly incarcerated individuals an opportunity to join the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force’s Air Mobility Command will allow those with special privileges to tag along on military flights if there is room.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Environmental Protection Agency is revising its onboarding process to reflect the pandemic's effects on the workplace.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study from the Government Accountability Office finds the Health and Human Services Department needs to take steps to protect career scientists from political interference.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House Foreign Affairs Committee are calling on the State Department to expand opportunities for LGBTQ diplomats.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is giving all federal workers the option to contribute to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
In today's Federal Newscast, there’s a new guide for how to report cyber incidents from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 90 federal agencies announce new plans to improve equity in government services.
In today's Federal Newscast, concerns about the movement of U.S. Space Command headquarters are mounting.
In today's Federal Newscast, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services expands online filing to those with DACA status.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants to make it easier to recruit cyber experts for federal jobs.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration is looking to showcase entrepreneurs developing technology in key industries in part through federal funding.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department invites federal employees to renew their passports online ahead of public launch.
In today's Federal Newscast, to continue enhancing worker protections in the legislative branch, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights is requesting a flat budget for fiscal 2023.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden taps Admiral Linda Fagan as the next commandant of the Coast Guard.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration expects climate change’s toll on the federal government will become more expensive over time.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department has charged three Army servicemembers for allegedly having a key role in a criminal network that supplied guns to gang members in Chicago.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House wants to boost inclusion for transgender people in federal services.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal judge in Texas has blocked the Navy from enforcing its COVID vaccine mandate against nearly 4,000 sailors who’d filed religious exemptions.
The Small Business Administration is planning to shed the equivalent of more than 3,400 full-time employees as part of its budget request for fiscal 2023.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bi-partisan group of Senators are taking aim at organizational conflicts of interest among federal contractors.
In today's Federal Newscast, some federal workers may be getting a pay raise due to rising levels of inflation.
Federal agency CIOs are finalizing plans to create and fund a zero-trust architecture. A former head of the TSA has died. And you can now sport ombre nails while in a Marine Corps uniform.
Lawmakers call for a more money in the defense budget. An effort is underway to reform and modernize the State Department. And pregnant Marines get a break on clothing.
The General Services Administration attempts some creative inflation-slashing-tricks for contractors. Internet crime was a growth industry in 2021. And the number of federal contractors is shrinking.
In today's Federal Newscast, House lawmakers are pressing the Federal Aviation Administration for more details on what it's doing to ensure the safety of the air transportation system as commercial companies roll out 5G wireless services.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers want the National Guard Inspector General to investigate bias in the Maryland National Guard.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new program offers opportunities for more women to join the Senior Executive Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department didn’t communicate key elements of its global evacuation policy to the 26 agencies whose employees work in embassies and consulates overseas.
In today's Federal Newscast, two initiatives seek to prohibit use of a people's prior salaries when hiring them
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Defense is facing a protest of its $11 billion IT contract award.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats seek to block the Postal Service from buying mostly gas-powered vehicles as part of its next generation fleet.
In today's Federal Newscast, airmen who are in dual military relationships will now have more time to decide if they want to stay in the service after having a child.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal court in Florida will hear arguments today on a vaccine mandate case that the Navy says has effectively put one of its guided missile destroyers out of commission.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's largest employees union is raising hackles over a plan to trim back VA facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, a national shortage of truck drivers hits home for the Postal Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense and State departments have been working together for months to evacuate and house Afghan refugees on U.S. military bases, but still don’t have any written agreements formalizing those arrangements.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees who were exposed to COVID-19 while working can now join a class-action lawsuit.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate takes a shot at the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Biden says an executive order is in the works that will help agencies prevent and detect identity theft linked to COVID-19 relief programs.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force has new guidance for masking and COVID testing for federal agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the departments of Defense and Labor and the Small Business Administration stopped the federal government from fully understanding the state of their finances.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Biden designated the Department of Homeland Security as the lead agency for the federal response to the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are pressing Attorney General Merrick Garland to hold agencies accountable for following open records laws.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are pressing Attorney General Merrick Garland to hold agencies accountable for following open records laws.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Senate Republican seeks to shake up the federal workforce, as part of his vision for his party's agenda.
In today's Federal Newscast, five unions say VA should immediately develop a joint COVID-19 training task force to design education courses for employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House Oversight and Reform Committee are calling on the General Services Administration to terminate its lease for the Trump Hotel in downtown D.C.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House Oversight and Reform Committee are calling on the General Services Administration to terminate its lease for the Trump Hotel in downtown D.C.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal agencies say over the past two years, Russian state-sponsored hackers have systematically infiltrated the unclassified networks of cleared defense contractors.
In today's Federal Newscast, Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it requires the expertise and analysis of industry-leading zero trust analysts, consultants and practitioners to meet the new White House requirements.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Republicans are pressing Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm on how she is abiding by the STOCK Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Coalition for Government Procurement wrote a letter to the Federal Acquisition Service asking what GSA's plan are to address inflation under government contracts.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is set to consider a bill combining incident reporting requirements and updated federal cyber standards.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin turns to Billionaire Mike Bloomberg for advice on innovation at the Department of Defense. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill express concern over the mental health of American federal workers employed overseas. And login.gov is looking for a new director. Maybe it's you.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers OK a bill with new disaster planning requirements for federal agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report for the Defense Department Inspector General says providing shots on bases were particularly important since they were less available in civilian facilities overseas.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of lawmakers are banding together to create a new caucus focused on the fighter pilot community.
In today's Federal Newscast, immigration judges would no longer be part of the Justice Department, if a bill introduced in the House passes.
In today's Federal Newscast, most federal supply and service contractors and subcontractors have less than two months to certify that they are meeting their requirement to develop and maintain annual affirmative action programs.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration names a top official to lead an interagency response to Havana Syndrome.
In today's Federal Newscast, thought the Army hasn’t involuntarily separated any soldiers for refusing COVID-19 vaccine, guidance on how the process will work is expected as soon as today.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force is telling agencies to start asking employees whether they’re up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.
In today's Federal Newscast, potential sailors have some new incentives to join the Navy.
In today's Federal Newscast, public satisfaction in federal customer experience reached an-time low last year, according to a scorecard that’s been tracking this for decades.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration struggled to follow the Trade Agreements Act for some contracts that helped with the response to the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are trying to achieve cost parity under TRICARE to cover birth control.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies will have a new weapon in the battle against counterfeit or fraudulent products.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says it’s unclear whether HHS is ready to lead some pandemic response efforts that used to be led by the Defense Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Postal Service banking pilot isn’t drawing many customers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the seeming disconnect between the Smithsonian and its largest employee union continued over the weekend.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office report on the federal response to the SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange exploits, shows agencies have a lot of work to do.
In today's Federal Newscast, death benefits for federal employees killed on the job may increase soon.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA’s Office of Inspector General has identified a staffing shortage in the agency’s astronaut corps.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Biden has managed to get fewer of his nominees confirmed to federal agency leadership positions than two of his most recent predecessors, but it’s not for lack of trying.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration formally gives up its management of the Internet’s “dot-gov” top-level domain today.
In today's Federal Newscast, the FBI is shining a brighter light on the mental health of law enforcement officers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service is asking for a temporary exemption from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s vaccine-and-testing mandate for large employers.
In today's Federal Newscast, while COVID-19 drove a majority of federal workers out of the office in 2020, new data from the Office of Personnel Management shows the increase in teleworking wasn't as dramatic as expected.
In today's Federal Newscast, activist group asks the Senate Rules Committee and House Administration Committee to force the Capitol Police to publish inspector general reports online.
In this episode of THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST: The First workday of 2022, brought feds in DC their first snow day of 2022. A local union president says just closing some museums is causing the spread of COVID-19. And the Air Force is expanding uniform options for pregnant airmen.
A former top government scientist is exposed for thousands of dollars in sloppy expense-account reporting. An $83 million contract might mean millions of COVID test kits in America's future. And online military exchanges are now available to a new crop of customers.
The Pentagon is taking new precautions against Omicron. Postal Service leadership is advising employees to be careful about online activity. And the Federal Managers Association chimes in about the NDAA.
The Defense Authorization Bill has been signed....we'll tell you about a few changes. Still on the Pentagon's Circumspect List: China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. And in COVID news, more sailors test positive, while 66 more marines are fired.
Lawmakers call for a report on the effect of CMMC on small businesses. A company is now accountable for the mice, mold, and lead paint in military housing. And more medical military troops are on their way to help American hospitals battle COVID.
In today's Federal Newscast, more employees at the Veterans Health Administration say they experienced burnout in 2021 compared to previous years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration will roll out a new federal website in response to the omicron variant.
In today's Federal Newscast, auditors for the Department of Veterans Affairs say the data Veterans Affairs is using to measure its capacity to provide specialty health care might not be accurate.
In today's Federal Newscast, servicemembers facing job loss after returning from deployment will see a renewed focus from two of their most staunch defenders.
In today's Federal Newscast, three senior Republican Senators are calling on the Government Accountability Office to look into whether federal contractors are using the e-verify tool for employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2022 NDAA is on its way to becoming law, we've got some details on what it contains.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Homeland Security is making its bug bounty pilot a permanent program.
In today's Federal Newscast, continuous evaluation is a new reality for most security clearance holders, but an audit say agencies need some way to measure its success.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden will sign an executive order aimed at saving Americans time and frustration when seeking a broad array of federal services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has new guidance for how to secure agencies' Twitter, Instagram and other social media accounts.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is looking for artists to spruce up a new headquarters for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, the two-year probationary is on its way out for civilian employees at the Defense Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Agency for International Development is ramping up efforts to make COVID-19 vaccines available worldwide.
In today's Federal Newscast, the military has some big blind spots when it comes to figuring out how big a problem it has with extremism in the ranks.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have new contracting goals for awards to small disadvantaged businesses.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is starting to gather data on whether the vaccination mandate for federal contractors is chasing away potential vendors
In today's Federal Newscast, Sen. Wyden wants to know what a handful of agencies are doing to deploy countermeasures and protect employees and critical facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, you can add water issues at federal properties to the list of unforeseen consequences from the lockdown.
CISA is taking new steps to make your email even safer. The Defense Department is looking to expand private in-home childcare. And the Defense Intelligence Agency just inked a massive IT contract. Those stories and much more...
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is creating a new office that will look into Unidentified Aerial Phenomena.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department released the final rule yesterday to implement President Joe Biden's April executive order raising the minimum wage for federal contracts.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Office of Personnel Management is reminding federal employees, they might have some extra annual leave due to expire soon.
In today's Federal Newscast, he White House says it supports the idea of a “basic needs allowance” for low-income military members, but wants more time to decide how much.
In today's Federal Newscast, the CDO Council received nearly 60 sets of comments in response to a request for information it issued a month ago.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Defense is still years away from being able to pass a financial audit. But this year’s results show some glimmers of progress.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense authorization bill has been stalled amid infrastructure and reconciliation talks, but the must-pass legislation could see some movement soon.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Oklahoma National Guard has decided to defy DoD’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
The DoD IG reports on a huge shortage of Military prosecutors trained to handle sexual assault cases. A federal district court denies a second group of federal employees a chance to quickly block the vaccine mandate. And the IRS is looking to audit more millionaires.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs says it's a different agency today because of the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon is charging up a plan to electrify some of its vehicles.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs has proposed rescinding a Trump era rule.
A federal appeals court is fast-tracking a legal challenge to the president's vaccine mandate for large, private employers. Hundreds of millions of dollars are headed toward IT modernization. The Secretary of State has named two top diplomats to lead efforts to deal with Havana Syndrome.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is increasingly concerned about sea-level rise and its effect on military bases.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Senate Republicans is joining in the calls for federal employees to return their offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department says it can now get passports out to customers in a matter of weeks.
In today's Federal Newscast, former President Donald Trump’s executive order directing agencies to repeal two old regulations for every new one added didn’t make much of an impact on agency rulemaking.
In today's Federal Newscast, former President Donald Trump’s executive order directing agencies to repeal two old regulations for every new one added didn’t make much of an impact on agency rulemaking.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration offered up a few more details on how it might handle employee requests for a religious exception to the vaccine mandate
In today's Federal Newscast, we get a look at just how many COVID-19 vaccine exemptions the military is allowing.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Republicans on the House Oversight and Reform Committee have more questions about the Biden administration's vaccine mandate for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the TSP is rolling out some new services for participants next summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, new documents from the House Oversight and Reform Committee show the extent of how CBP handled employee misconduct.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration says federal contractors should decide how they'll grant accommodations to their own employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is continuing to prepare for climate change related problems.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Pentagon is spelling out what will happen to civilian employees who do not want to get vaccinated.
In today's Federal Newscast, one House Republican is worried the Transportation Security Administration will lose a good portion of its workforce over the Biden administration's vaccine mandate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department has spent more of its contracting budget on small businesses in recent years, but those dollars are going to a shrinking pool of companies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the spat between the Social Security Administration's inspector general office and a federal employee group continues.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy has laid out detailed processes for sailors who refuse COVID-19 vaccines.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force mandated that all airmen need to be fully inoculated against coronavirus by November 2.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is looking into pay abuse at the law enforcement agency.
A new law aims to shed light on the cybersecurity risks faced by American schools. Fewer postal workers recommend taking a job with the agency. And the Veterans Affairs Department found more than $100 million in savings by getting rid of old technologies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the delta variant of COVID-19 is pushing back return-to-work timelines for some federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget seeks a Chief Statistician to the Biden administration’s data priorities forward.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is bringing the power of the False Claims Act to the growing challenge of cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, Dr. Francis Collins says he'll leave his post as director of the National Institutes of Health by the end of the year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Defense put out a timeline for when civilians must get their first and second shots based on the type of vaccine in order to be in compliance.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council has issued regulatory guidance on implementation of the vaccine mandate for federal contractors.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is seeing troubling new figures in military suicide rates.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal agencies are looking for private sector ideas on collecting vaccine information for their employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a review by the National Academy of Public Administration says Secret Service employees are doing more than ever with less.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats have new documents that show the extent to which three associates of former President Trump developed their own agenda to transform the Department of Veterans Affairs.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs says it's ready to offer COVID-19 booster shots to veterans and employees who have received their first vaccine doses six months ago or longer.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Border Patrol Council continues to search for a legal avenue to challenge the president's vaccine mandate for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the possibility of a delayed budget might slow down the Space Force.
In today's Federal Newscast, ten House Republicans want to know why more federal employees aren't working in person.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal contracting continues in Afghanistan, and the Pentagon takes steps to ensure security of those performing it.
Hitting hard at the unvaccinated, military COVID deaths nearly double since mid-July. Customs and Border Protection opens a first-of-its-kind facility for checking air shipments. And new Interior Department leadership means the Bureau of Land Management headquarters will return to D.C.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Service Impasses Panel is back to work with all new members.
In today's Federal Newscast, a major contract from the Pentagon to purchase more doses of one of the only proven treatments of COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators say they're reintroducing their bill now to bring attention to the upcoming fiscal year deadline.
A contractor and Walter Reed employee plead guilty to corruption. The Defense Department doubles-down on it skepticism of Chinese-made drones. And the nation’s top spy office is setting up a new organization to counter disinformation campaigns.
In today's Federal Newscast, nearly a dozen military service members dies of COVID-19 in August.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Security Administration is increasing fines for individuals who don’t follow a federal mask mandate at airports and on commercial flights.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IRS warns its IT systems are severely underfunded, and must take extraordinary measures to keep it running.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is changing the names of some of its most high profile bases and it wants the public’s help.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon is launching a two-year effort to fix supply chain problems.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal managers say they need more guidance from the Biden administration about the new vaccine and testing policy for employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, one agency is testing the idea of not having cars at their executives' beckon call.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves some federal employees behind.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies are pulling out all the stops in the response to Hurricane Ida.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 2,400 FEMA employees are in place to help out citizens in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi and other states that are in the path of Hurricane Ida.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration didn’t always take appropriate steps to limit exposure to COVID-19 in federal buildings, according to its inspector general.
The Agriculture Department is investing $300 million to build an early warning system against the next pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon is determining what it should do with billions intended for the Afghan armed forces.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service saw a more than 30% decrease in passport applications last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate has more political appointees than ever to confirm, and the process itself is taking longer.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration wants to hire potentially thousands of new federal employees to overhaul the asylum process for immigrants arriving at the border.
In today's Federal Newscast, military bases are beginning to restrict travel again as coronavirus rates are on the rise.
In today's Federal Newscast, during its 20 years in Afghanistan, no specific agency had the mindset, expertise or resources to develop the country, according to the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) is calling on federal agencies to crack down on fake vaccine cards.
In today's Federal Newscast, new salary caps mean House staffers can now make up to nearly $200,000 a year.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employee unions are responding to President Biden's new vaccine guidance.
In today's Federal Newscast, new recommendations to the Office of Personnel Management from a federal employee-run organization are trying to close the pay gaps between men and women and among racial groups.
In today's Federal Newscast, the $1 trillion infrastructure bill passed by the Senate gives the National Cyber Director money to get started, and a rainy-day fund for cyber incidents.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill from the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s top Republican looks to punish anyone found responsible for an illness called Havana Syndrome.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill from the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s top Republican looks to punish anyone found responsible for an illness called Havana Syndrome.
In today's Federal Newscast, some members of Congress want a deeper look into how the Defense Department is allocating its troops.
In today's Federal Newscast, in a new advisory, the NSA laid out best practices for securing wireless devices in public settings.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy surgeon general says he favor a vaccine mandate for military members.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Department is temporarily suspending investments in the Thrift Savings Plan's G-fund to prevent the government from defaulting on debt.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Inspector General says the Pentagon’s bureaucracy is getting in the way of hiring the cyber employees the military needs.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA is able to move forward with a contract award involved with its plans for sending people back to the moon.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators are asking the White House to make a larger budget request for the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
In today's Federal Newscast, the provision in the CARES Act that lets agencies reimburse contractors who can't work because of the pandemic was an overwhelming success.
In today's Federal Newscast, the federal employee vaccination mandate expected from the White House may not go down easy.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies spent billions on urgent COVID-related contracts, but they neglected to report some important award information.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan pair of senators want to write whistleblower training for employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs into law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Labor will offer virtual seminars throughout August to prepare for federal contract minimum wage increases.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Inspector General is undergoing an evaluation to find out how the Pentagon would respond if the "nuclear football" was stolen, lost or compromised.
In today's Federal Newscast, The White House issued interim guidance yesterday directing agencies to develop plans for meeting the Biden administration’s Justice40 initiative.
In today's Federal Newscast, the federal government could have multifactor authentication and encryption technologies fully deployed across its networks within six months.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats have an idea of what the Social Security Administration should look like whenever the pandemic ends.
In today's Federal Newscast: This summer's Post Office rate increases are expected to decrease business and make more money. The U.S. Fleet Forces Command has a new leader. And the latest weapon to fight hackers? A new website.
In today's Federal Newscast: A POTUS Pentagon pick pulls out, under a cloud, the Government Publishing Office announces a very generous telework policy, and the latest Postal Service budget, might not be enough.
In today's Federal Newscast: Air Force contracting officials and law enforcement have agreed to crackdown on acquisition fraud. The State Department is under fire for its backlog of passport applications. And a bill in Congress wants to prevent agencies from warrantless high-tech tracking.
- Senate confirmation brings CISA a new full-time, permanent leader.
- The booming national housing market takes a toll on military families.
- Federal firefighters are one step closer to a major pay raise.
One of the biggest and most bipartisan bills is ready for mark-up in the Senate. The JEDI Cloud contract's death leads to life...elsewhere. And as the Intelligence Community continues working toward diversity, we have a status report.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Health and Human Services will strengthen internal controls when using Other Transaction Authorities, for procurements outside of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon is giving other cloud service providers to participate in new contract after it cancelled the JEDI Cloud project.
In today's Federal Newscast, the leaders of key agencies will meet today to discuss the government’s ransomware strategy.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Departments of Homeland Security and Veterans Affairs say they'll work together to identify deported veterans and give them the VA benefits they're entitled to.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Security Agency is urging government contractors and other organizations to watch out for a new Russian cyber attack.
- State Department makes a big policy change to passports.
- All federal fighters will likely make no less than $15 dollars an hour.
- And the Guantanamo Bay detention facility is on the chopping block...again.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House passes a comprehensive bill to strengthen the role of agency inspectors general.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department will begin covering in-home child care costs for some military families under a new pilot program.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have new direction from the Biden administration to improve diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility within the federal workforce.
- The POTUS pick to lead CISA is hacked by a political maneuver.
- OPM has its first permanent leader in a year.
- The debate over expanding paid family leave for federal employees turns ugly.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office estimates how much it's going to cost for the Defense Department to continue investigating and cleaning up the so called "forever chemicals."
In today's Federal Newscast, when it came to the SolarWinds cyber attack, the private sector was in no better shape than the government to stop or block the attack.
In today's Federal Newscast, beginning June 23rd, those working in the Pentagon will begin to see some new coronavirus restrictions lifted.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs plans to add gender confirmation surgery to the list of benefits it offers to vets in its health care system.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) is placing a hold on confirming Jen Easterly as the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, top House Republicans want to know why the administration granted ethics waivers to two political appointees at the Office of Personnel Management and Office of Management and Budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, top House Republicans want to know why the administration granted ethics waivers to two political appointees at the Office of Personnel Management and Office of Management and Budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, with vaccine rates lagging among some members of the armed forces, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is reportedly weighing whether or not to make it mandatory.
In today's Federal Newscast, two of the top Republicans on the House Oversight and Reform Committee say the administration's reopening plans for federal employees are unacceptable.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Biden administration is being pressed for answers on its strategy to combat ransomware.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Institutes of Health is taking actions under a long term plan to end structural racism in the biomedical science field.
In today's Federal Newscast, one of the most popular insurance plans for federal employees is offering an incentive for getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, companies manufacturing electronics may opt out of working with the Defense Department because of the cost of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration says a high number of IT workers at the IRS are eligible to retirement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office has a tough assessment of the inspector general's office at the Department of Homeland Security.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new White House memorandum establishes fighting corruption as a core national security interest for the Biden administration.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group of lawmakers are pushing for a commission to study whether agencies should be relocated outside the Washington, D.C. metro area.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Payroll Protection Program, a feature of the 2020 legislation to help the country in the pandemic, has ended.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act would give transportation security officers General Schedule pay and collective bargaining rights.
National Security experts are calling on the U.S. to expand its list of banned Chinese companies. A small-town VA employee's $100,000 scheme gets him 46 months in federal prison. And following the science, the Senate confirms POTUS's pick to lead his Office of Science and Technology Policy
- A defense contractor that created fake invoices, pays the government $50 million.
- OPM has elevated is office of diversity and inclusion.
- If given a choice to attend a big indoor event in-person or not, virtual wins out.
In today's Federal Newscast, three years in the making, the Defense Department sets out its process for how contracting officers should do enhanced debriefings.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's inspector general says VA initially underestimated the costs of physical infrastructure upgrades needed to support its new electronic health record.
In today's Federal Newscast, government contractors are pressing House and Senate leaders to include more funding for federal technology and cybersecurity in the infrastructure package.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new climate change executive order could have implications for federal employees and the Thrift Savings Plan.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-Virg.) says not so fast with the reopening plans for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, diplomats and intelligence personnel suffering from a mysterious illness called Havana Syndrome would get additional support from a bill introduced by 15 senators.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate lawmakers seek to overturn a ban on the Postal Service shipping alcohol to households.
A big holiday is coming up in July. It celebrates free people who don't stay silent in the face of wrongdoing. No, not Independence Day July 4th. It's National Whistleblower Day on July 30. Now the National Whistleblower Center has urged federal agency heads to offer educational programming about July 30th. The Federal Drive got more now from the chairman of the National Whistle Blower Center and partner at Korn, Kohn and Colapinto, Stephen Kohn.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report finds senior leaders at Customs and Border Protection could have done more to address inappropriate and offensive social media comments from employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon says military members and civilian employees can do their jobs without masks, as long as they’re fully vaccinated.
In today's Federal Newscast, the watchdog for the Office of Personnel Management says the agency didn't do enough to inform its employees of positive or suspected COVID-19 cases last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Secret Service is wielding its investigative powers to take on COVID related financial fraud.
In today's Federal Newscast, the much-anticipated Cyber Talent Management System at the Homeland Security Department may finally be ready.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report finds that the Defense Department is relying too much on GPS.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency wants to make sure agencies don't let down their guard on Russian cyber threats.
In today's Federal Newscast, the largest Federal employee union has some ideas of how to address the Department of Defense's skill gaps.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department has expanded its program of using external hackers to probe systems for cybersecurity vulnerability.
In today's Federal Newscast, senators from Maryland and Virginia press President Joe Biden to come up with a plan for a new FBI headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, a prominent veterans group says the Pentagon has decided not to allow it use the building’s parking lots as the staging area for its annual Memorial Day motorcycle ride.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden has a new message for federal employees during Public Service Recognition Week.
Chairmen from both houses think the White House is slow-moving on defense. A Navy plan to cut doctors is getting reexamined. And the National Science Foundation wants to hand out $22 million dollars to teams of problems solvers.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Biden has tapped one, but only one, person to fill longstanding vacancies at the Merit Systems Protection Board.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new council at the Environmental Protection Agency will be tasked with researching how to protect communities facing issues with PFAS chemicals.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden signs a new executive order designed to promote collective bargaining.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says DOD's plan to buy 2,500 F-35's may not a good idea.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration has a goal using renewable electricity for the entire federal real estate portfolio by 2025
In today's Federal Newscast, Senators Gary Peters (D-Mich.) and John Thune (R-S.D.)introduced bipartisan legislation to help the government remain competitive in employing artificial intelligence talent.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Energy Department and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are leading a new 100-day effort to improve the cybersecurity of the electric infrastructure.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say agencies should provide diagnostic COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, USPS data shows it's been able to improve delivery times after a busy holiday season.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate Democrats press the rest of Congress to let the Postal Service get into the banking business.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Department is standing up a central office to oversee COVID-19 economic relief spending.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office is looking for service members who were victims of hazing while they served.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden announces his picks for a slew of leadership roles.
In today's Federal Newscast, to help agencies get the products and services they need faster as the pandemic continues, the General Services Administration is waving three key requirements for new and existing companies to earn a spot on the schedules contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Publishing Office is taking on a massive project to digitize every federal document in its National Collection of U.S. Government Public Information.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 50 House members are urging the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a centralized spot within the agency to report sexual harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel handed down a fine and two-year ban from federal service to a former official at Housing and Urban Development.
In today's Federal Newscast, inventors working anything Covid related could get special goodies from the Patent and Trademark Office.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden told Cabinet secretaries to take a "hard look at their agency's spending" to make sure they are meeting the goals of his January Buy American executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, the two largest federal employee unions are calling on the Education Department to cancel student debt for federal employees with 10 years or more of public service.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs hospitals and other federal facilities would get some attention under President Biden's infrastructure plan.
In today's Federal Newscast, if you get your healthcare via the Defense Department, you can now make an appointment for a COVID vaccination online.
In today's Federal Newscast, over a dozen lawmakers are asking the Postal Service to halt its next-generation delivery vehicle contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Health and Human Services is looking for federal employees to serve four-month details at the southern border
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of lawmakers urge President Joe Biden to backpedal firings and suspensions of White House staffers for prior cannabis use.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general found Ronnie Booth, the Navy’s former auditor general, engaged in what the I-G called a “pervasive and egregious pattern” of harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the American Enterprise Institute says the Pentagon has been punting its responsibilities in the past.
In today's Federal Newscast, two large government conference organizers say the third party vendor they use for conference registration was the victim of a ransomware attack.
In today's Federal Newscast, the military’s program for collecting blood and plasma donations says it’s facing an emergency supply problem.
- Congress is asking four agencies about damage sustained by the SolarWinds attack.
- Legislation in both chambers looks to make government buildings greener.
- And the post office makes a March Madness comeback.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate has passed legislation that would let VA vaccinate anyone who’s ever served in the military, plus their spouses.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army issues a new strategy for straightening up the nation's flagpole in the Arctic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the District of Columbia will open up vaccine eligibility to essential employees at federal agencies in the area starting April 12th.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new survey by ClearanceJobs.com and the DHI Group found the average salary among people with security clearances increase.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's Inspector General lays out some issues with the agency's COVID-19 response.
In today's Federal Newscast, former administrators from the Environmental Protection Agency are encouraging Congress to help EPA rebuild its cadre of scientific talent.
In today's Federal Newscast, any agency wanting a brand new website will have to go through a new provider.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is selling off cryptocurrency to the highest bidder.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Homeland Security is asking for feedback from vendors on how it should pay in-demand cybersecurity experts.
In today's Federal Newscast, Hawaii Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) is making another push to give federal employees a raise next year.
In today's Federal Newscast, in one of her first moves as Energy Secretary, Jennifer Granholm is reviving one of the agency's largest loan programs for clean energy.
In today's Federal Newscast, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is reminding servicemembers and DoD employees about the ethical values of the department.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new DoD study estimates 64 percent of servicemembers routinely sleep for less than seven hours a night.
In today's Federal Newscast, the $1.9 trillion COVID relief package that cleared the House Friday night includes a few key provisions for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Joe Biden rescinded a 2020 memo that gave the Defense secretary the authority to exclude certain employees from collective bargaining.
In today's Federal Newscast, mass vaccination sites staffed by active duty military members are now up and running in three more cities, with more set to come online in the next few days.
In today's Federal Newscast, officials at the Justice Department are sending a warning to government contractors, they will be turning up the False Claims heat on cybersecurity fraud.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics has more instructions on how agencies should implement President's Biden's new ethics pledge.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Security Administration is launching a national recruitment campaign to fill the jobs by this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers in the national capital region say the federal government should get its own supply to vaccinate federal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general gives high marks to DoD’s information technology response to COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Reform Committee cleared a 570-million-dollar emergency paid leave sick leave bank for federal employees and postal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Reform Committee cleared a 570-million-dollar emergency paid leave sick leave bank for federal employees and postal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the idea of requiring women to register for the draft now has the support of a handful of both male and female retired generals and flag officers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the idea of requiring women to register for the draft now has the support of a handful of both male and female retired generals and flag officers.
In today's Federal Newscast, national capital area leaders say the federal government should take the lead in directly vaccinating the region's federal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, national capital area leaders say the federal government should take the lead in directly vaccinating the region's federal workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, as sexual assault continues to be a bigger issue in the military, a new study finds it is affecting retention.
In today's Federal Newscast, as sexual assault continues to be a bigger issue in the military, a new study finds it is affecting retention.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department isn't requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for its employees right now, but it may have more vaccine information at a later date.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department isn't requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for its employees right now, but it may have more vaccine information at a later date.
In today's Federal Newscast, A new Pentagon inspector general’s report helps explain how two Navy vessels suffered major coronavirus outbreaks last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, A new Pentagon inspector general’s report helps explain how two Navy vessels suffered major coronavirus outbreaks last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, Maryland and Virginia Democrats say federal employees should have the option of taking administrative leave to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, Maryland and Virginia Democrats say federal employees should have the option of taking administrative leave to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
A new memo from President Biden will create a new inter-agency task force to develop proposals to recruit, retain and support national security professionals.
A new memo from President Biden will create a new inter-agency task force to develop proposals to recruit, retain and support national security professionals.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member John Katko (R-NY) wants to know what the plan is for vaccinating frontline DHS employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member John Katko (R-NY) wants to know what the plan is for vaccinating frontline DHS employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, one member of Congress wants the Defense Department to start looking at social media posts as part of the security clearance process.
In today's Federal Newscast, one member of Congress wants the Defense Department to start looking at social media posts as part of the security clearance process.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Army made huge changes to its grooming standards last week, some soldiers want more change.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Army made huge changes to its grooming standards last week, some soldiers want more change.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies are reporting widespread processing delays for Freedom of Information Act requests during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies are reporting widespread processing delays for Freedom of Information Act requests during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Fair RETIRE Act would allow injured officers to stay in the same retirement system if they take another job within the civil service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Fair RETIRE Act would allow injured officers to stay in the same retirement system if they take another job within the civil service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration used Defense Department funds to build parts of a border wall. Now Congress wants that money back where it originally put it.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration used Defense Department funds to build parts of a border wall. Now Congress wants that money back where it originally put it.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan crosses the $700-billion threshold for the first time ever.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan crosses the $700-billion threshold for the first time ever.
In today's Federal Newscast, over a third of federal employees say they spent as many as five hours out of their work week doing low-value or tedious work.
In today's Federal Newscast, over a third of federal employees say they spent as many as five hours out of their work week doing low-value or tedious work.
In today's Federal Newscast, the RAND Corporation finds that the private sector pays more … but federal agencies offer other benefits to its scientists.
In today's Federal Newscast, the RAND Corporation finds that the private sector pays more … but federal agencies offer other benefits to its scientists.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the tax filing season soon underway, the IRS is making its website more accessible to non-English speakers.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the tax filing season soon underway, the IRS is making its website more accessible to non-English speakers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House tells agencies to hold off on publishing any new rules until after President Biden’s appointees have had a chance to review them.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House tells agencies to hold off on publishing any new rules until after President Biden’s appointees have had a chance to review them.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new executive order from President Trump demands that cloud computing companies verify the identities of their customers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new executive order from President Trump demands that cloud computing companies verify the identities of their customers.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump signs an executive order requiring senior political appointees to sign off on new federal regulations.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump signs an executive order requiring senior political appointees to sign off on new federal regulations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office sees some progress in the efforts from the Department of Homeland Security to improve employee engagement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office sees some progress in the efforts from the Department of Homeland Security to improve employee engagement.
In today's Federal Newscast, 26 journalists at Voice of America have demanded that VOA's director Robert Reilly resign after a reporter was reassigned for they say was a retaliatory measure.
In today's Federal Newscast, 26 journalists at Voice of America have demanded that VOA's director Robert Reilly resign after a reporter was reassigned for they say was a retaliatory measure.
In today's Federal Newscast, GSA is removing all drones from Multiple Award Schedule Contracts that do not have the approval of the Defense Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, GSA is removing all drones from Multiple Award Schedule Contracts that do not have the approval of the Defense Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, two House lawmakers want to close what they call are loop holes for senior government officials when they leave federal service for the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, two House lawmakers want to close what they call are loop holes for senior government officials when they leave federal service for the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Reform Committee says Customs and Border Protection has yet to satisfy her document requests
In today's Federal Newscast, the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Reform Committee says Customs and Border Protection has yet to satisfy her document requests
In today's Federal Newscast, with commercial space travel gaining momentum, NASA and the FAA are detailing how they'll support it.
In today's Federal Newscast, with commercial space travel gaining momentum, NASA and the FAA are detailing how they'll support it.
In today's Federal Newscast, A union representing EPA employees has filed an unfair labor practice charge, saying Administrator Andrew Wheeler is lying about its negotiations with the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, A union representing EPA employees has filed an unfair labor practice charge, saying Administrator Andrew Wheeler is lying about its negotiations with the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, new analysis from Bloomberg Government found agencies spent almost 700 billion dollars on procurement last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, new analysis from Bloomberg Government found agencies spent almost 700 billion dollars on procurement last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, at least 132,000 health care professionals at the Department of Veterans Affairs have received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, at least 132,000 health care professionals at the Department of Veterans Affairs have received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, the CIA adds another piece to its two-plus year effort to change the way its recruits the next generation of employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the CIA adds another piece to its two-plus year effort to change the way its recruits the next generation of employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget is not amused by recent claims from the Biden transition team that the agency isn't cooperating.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget is not amused by recent claims from the Biden transition team that the agency isn't cooperating.
Do you want a job? The Government Publishing Office is out with the latest Plum Book. The Commerce Department IG raises data-quality concerns over 2020 census responses. And the cap on premium overtime pay for certain Secret Service agents is increased.
Do you want a job? The Government Publishing Office is out with the latest Plum Book. The Commerce Department IG raises data-quality concerns over 2020 census responses. And the cap on premium overtime pay for certain Secret Service agents is increased.
Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) wants to know when and how Federal Employees will get vaccinated. The reenlisted rate in one branch of the military is sky high. And the COVID-19 relief checks are in the mail and being deposited directly.
Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) wants to know when and how Federal Employees will get vaccinated. The reenlisted rate in one branch of the military is sky high. And the COVID-19 relief checks are in the mail and being deposited directly.
The executive order trying to ban certain types of diversity training is in trouble. During these last days in office, it looks like a first override is in the cards for President Trump. And postal workers might be getting vaccinated soon.
The executive order trying to ban certain types of diversity training is in trouble. During these last days in office, it looks like a first override is in the cards for President Trump. And postal workers might be getting vaccinated soon.
DHS adds clarity to how agencies can secure remote workers. Fewer vendors filed protests over contracts with GAO. And the federal government will not be shutting down anytime soon.
DHS adds clarity to how agencies can secure remote workers. Fewer vendors filed protests over contracts with GAO. And the federal government will not be shutting down anytime soon.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA has made it's list of major accomplishments this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA has made it's list of major accomplishments this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 70 cadets training at West Point have been accused of cheating on a math exam that was being taken online due to COVID protocols.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 70 cadets training at West Point have been accused of cheating on a math exam that was being taken online due to COVID protocols.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Education Department's inspector general says the agency developed a decent enough reopening plan for its employees during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Education Department's inspector general says the agency developed a decent enough reopening plan for its employees during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) wants to make sure President Trump doesn't dispose of any vital presidential records on his way out the door.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) wants to make sure President Trump doesn't dispose of any vital presidential records on his way out the door.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Institute of Standards and Technology Fellow Ron Ross has advice for officials knocked off their feet by the recent governmentwide cyber attacks.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Institute of Standards and Technology Fellow Ron Ross has advice for officials knocked off their feet by the recent governmentwide cyber attacks.
In today's Federal Newscast, President-elect Joe Biden begins to set expectations for how his administration will handle cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, President-elect Joe Biden begins to set expectations for how his administration will handle cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, the big-six veterans service organizations are calling on President Trump to immediately fire his VA secretary.
In today's Federal Newscast, the big-six veterans service organizations are calling on President Trump to immediately fire his VA secretary.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group of six Senators want the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to submit a report to Congress about the impact of the SolarWinds cyber attack on agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group of six Senators want the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to submit a report to Congress about the impact of the SolarWinds cyber attack on agencies.
The FCC rules that government contractors must have consent before robocalling. The president is strengthening the leadership at the Postal Service. And the Space Force has its first group of enlistees complete Basic Training.
The FCC rules that government contractors must have consent before robocalling. The president is strengthening the leadership at the Postal Service. And the Space Force has its first group of enlistees complete Basic Training.
The FCC rules that government contractors must have consent before robocalling. The president is strengthening the leadership at the Postal Service. And the first Space Force 7 finish Basic Training.
The FCC rules that government contractors must have consent before robocalling. The president is strengthening the leadership at the Postal Service. And the first Space Force 7 finish Basic Training.
OPM has issued a guide on the President's executive order on employee firings. The nation’s largest veterans organization says the VA chief needs to go. And three companies have won a spot on a $496 million Defense Department R & D contract.
OPM has issued a guide on the President's executive order on employee firings. The nation’s largest veterans organization says the VA chief needs to go. And three companies have won a spot on a $496 million Defense Department R & D contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, veterans service organizations and others have mixed reactions to President-elect Biden's pick to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs.
In today's Federal Newscast, veterans service organizations and others have mixed reactions to President-elect Biden's pick to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs.
In today's Federal Newscast, five years after the Office of Federal Procurement Policy issued guidance on reverse auctions, the Federal Acquisition Regulations Council is finally implementing it.
In today's Federal Newscast, five years after the Office of Federal Procurement Policy issued guidance on reverse auctions, the Federal Acquisition Regulations Council is finally implementing it.
In today's Federal Newscast, the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee has questions about his fellow Democrat’s choice to lead the Pentagon.
In today's Federal Newscast, the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee has questions about his fellow Democrat’s choice to lead the Pentagon.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress wants more transparency about the use of Other Transaction Authority in Defense spending.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress wants more transparency about the use of Other Transaction Authority in Defense spending.
Firings at the Defense Business Board; A former general is out, but bring Corey Lewendowski is in. The Air Force is considering giving career and life coaching to its future leaders. And federal employees will be allowed to carry over more unused vacation time...….maybe.
Firings at the Defense Business Board; A former general is out, but bring Corey Lewendowski is in. The Air Force is considering giving career and life coaching to its future leaders. And federal employees will be allowed to carry over more unused vacation time...….maybe.
The Federal pay gap between men and woman has narrowed...but it's still there. Two congressmen want to stop government funding that pays for experiments on house cats. And the Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff says America needs a bigger Navy.
The Federal pay gap between men and woman has narrowed...but it's still there. Two congressmen want to stop government funding that pays for experiments on house cats. And the Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff says America needs a bigger Navy.
In today's Federal Newscast, an employee survey the RAND Corporation conducted on FEMA's behalf shows some disturbing trends.
In today's Federal Newscast, an employee survey the RAND Corporation conducted on FEMA's behalf shows some disturbing trends.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal court has denied the government's request to dismiss a class action suit over the partial government shutdown that ended in January of 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal court has denied the government's request to dismiss a class action suit over the partial government shutdown that ended in January of 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, reentry plans for Environmental Protection Agency employees over the summer varied widely depending across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, reentry plans for Environmental Protection Agency employees over the summer varied widely depending across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report by the MITRE Corporation found 16 key concerns with the quality and accuracy of data available to the PRAC.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report by the MITRE Corporation found 16 key concerns with the quality and accuracy of data available to the PRAC.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Logistics Agency said it's making sure all warfighters have a home-cooked meal with all the trimmings this holiday.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Logistics Agency said it's making sure all warfighters have a home-cooked meal with all the trimmings this holiday.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Senate Democrats want to know how the Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine to veterans and employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Senate Democrats want to know how the Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine to veterans and employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Defense's head of cyber policy is warning that the Pentagon's cyber force is still not enough to protect the U.S. and its allies
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Defense's head of cyber policy is warning that the Pentagon's cyber force is still not enough to protect the U.S. and its allies
In today's Federal Newscast, more Pentagon employees are being told to telework because of an uptick in coronavirus infections in the National Capital Region.
In today's Federal Newscast, more Pentagon employees are being told to telework because of an uptick in coronavirus infections in the National Capital Region.
In today's Federal Newscast, four Democrat House lawmakers and 41 Democrat senators are demanding GSA Administrator Emily Murphy brief them on her rationale for not ascertaining the election results.
In today's Federal Newscast, four Democrat House lawmakers and 41 Democrat senators are demanding GSA Administrator Emily Murphy brief them on her rationale for not ascertaining the election results.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2021 defense authorization bill is hitting the home stretch, but this year seems a little more hamstrung than others.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2021 defense authorization bill is hitting the home stretch, but this year seems a little more hamstrung than others.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump yesterday said he plans to name Basil Parker as the new federal chief information officer.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump yesterday said he plans to name Basil Parker as the new federal chief information officer.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees warn the Trump administration not to fast-track agency regulations that are pending between now and Inauguration Day.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees warn the Trump administration not to fast-track agency regulations that are pending between now and Inauguration Day.
A new study confirms that COVID-19 can spread, big time, asymptomatically. The U.S. Postal Service lost billions of dollars in Fiscal 2020. And a federal judge rules that Chad Wolf was never legally appointed.
A new study confirms that COVID-19 can spread, big time, asymptomatically. The U.S. Postal Service lost billions of dollars in Fiscal 2020. And a federal judge rules that Chad Wolf was never legally appointed.
Looks like they might be cleaning house at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency......Military retirees get less of a cost-of-living-adjustment increase than in previous years.....And Senator Marco Rubio wants the SBA to look into billions of dollars in loan fraud.
Looks like they might be cleaning house at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency......Military retirees get less of a cost-of-living-adjustment increase than in previous years.....And Senator Marco Rubio wants the SBA to look into billions of dollars in loan fraud.
- A top Biden transition-team member encounters bad climate on diversity at Foggy Bottom. Some federal workers might be getting a pay raise...others a pay freeze. And one House caucus, in the space space, wants to be a force for bipartisanship.
- A top Biden transition-team member encounters bad climate on diversity at Foggy Bottom. Some federal workers might be getting a pay raise...others a pay freeze. And one House caucus, in the space space, wants to be a force for bipartisanship.
- On this Veterans Day, OPM reminds agencies of their obligations to federal employees, who are called to active-duty military service...
- A possible Air Force general's court martial trial, would be an American first...
- And as Biden adds to his transition team, Trump sees subtraction in his Administration.
- On this Veterans Day, OPM reminds agencies of their obligations to federal employees, who are called to active-duty military service...
- A possible Air Force general's court martial trial, would be an American first...
- And as Biden adds to his transition team, Trump sees subtraction in his Administration.
- The Navy and Marine Corps hit the pause button on diversity and inclusion training.
- Six former Homeland Security Secretaries say there are too many cooks in the DHS kitchen
- And the VA has deployed a new electronic record-keeping tool
- The Navy and Marine Corps hit the pause button on diversity and inclusion training.
- Six former Homeland Security Secretaries say there are too many cooks in the DHS kitchen
- And the VA has deployed a new electronic record-keeping tool
-Federal agencies are starting to experience firings and resignations... -DoD is walking the walk, to the tune of nearly $10 Billion dollars in savings... - And federal retirees will pay more next year for Medicare Part B...
-Federal agencies are starting to experience firings and resignations... -DoD is walking the walk, to the tune of nearly $10 Billion dollars in savings... - And federal retirees will pay more next year for Medicare Part B...
- A multibillion dollar contract has been awarded to build nuclear-missile submarines.
- An IG report expresses concern with OPM's cybersecurity efforts.
- And SBA is ordered to release the names of all virus-related loans.
- A multibillion dollar contract has been awarded to build nuclear-missile submarines.
- An IG report expresses concern with OPM's cybersecurity efforts.
- And SBA is ordered to release the names of all virus-related loans.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel issued a post-election Hatch Act advisory. The voting is over, so the OSC says it's ok to sport hats or T-shirts or to display pictures while you're on duty.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel issued a post-election Hatch Act advisory. The voting is over, so the OSC says it's ok to sport hats or T-shirts or to display pictures while you're on duty.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee want to know how the Office of Personnel Management is keeping federal employees safe during another COVID-19 wave.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee want to know how the Office of Personnel Management is keeping federal employees safe during another COVID-19 wave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund has teamed up with Tutor.com, to offer free academic tutoring for kids in K-12.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund has teamed up with Tutor.com, to offer free academic tutoring for kids in K-12.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Inspector General plans to undertake a new investigation into how the Pentagon handles issues like diversity and inclusion.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Inspector General plans to undertake a new investigation into how the Pentagon handles issues like diversity and inclusion.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration’s inspector general raises red flags over 78 billion dollars in Economic Injury Disaster Loans during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration’s inspector general raises red flags over 78 billion dollars in Economic Injury Disaster Loans during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, while the Homeland Security Department dedicated more resources to stopping goods made by forced labor from entering the country, it still needs to address its workforce needs for the mission.
In today's Federal Newscast, while the Homeland Security Department dedicated more resources to stopping goods made by forced labor from entering the country, it still needs to address its workforce needs for the mission.
In today's Federal Newscast, he Oversight.gov Authorization Act would formally require the upkeep of the website where users can access all public reports released by agency IGs.
In today's Federal Newscast, he Oversight.gov Authorization Act would formally require the upkeep of the website where users can access all public reports released by agency IGs.
In today's Federal Newscast, Vietnam Veterans of America and DHS’s Cybersecurity and Information Security Agency now say they’re trying to stop disinformation campaigns targeted military and veteran communities.
In today's Federal Newscast, Vietnam Veterans of America and DHS’s Cybersecurity and Information Security Agency now say they’re trying to stop disinformation campaigns targeted military and veteran communities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is out with preliminary guidance on the president's recent executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is out with preliminary guidance on the president's recent executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service is working with the FBI to provide fingerprinting services at more than 100 post offices across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service is working with the FBI to provide fingerprinting services at more than 100 post offices across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former top political aide to ex-EPA administrator Scott Pruitt claims EPA violated his free speech and due process rights by removing him after he raised concerns about Pruitt's excessive spending and mismanagement.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former top political aide to ex-EPA administrator Scott Pruitt claims EPA violated his free speech and due process rights by removing him after he raised concerns about Pruitt's excessive spending and mismanagement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the inspector general plans to begin a probe this month, looking into whether DoD’s CARES Act spending complied with the law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the inspector general plans to begin a probe this month, looking into whether DoD’s CARES Act spending complied with the law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army is embedding nutritionists, physical fitness experts and coaches into active duty brigades in hopes of increasing performance and cutting down on injuries.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army is embedding nutritionists, physical fitness experts and coaches into active duty brigades in hopes of increasing performance and cutting down on injuries.
In today's Federal Newscast, two House Democrats are introducing their own legislation that would give retirees a higher cost-of-living adjustment next year.
In today's Federal Newscast, two House Democrats are introducing their own legislation that would give retirees a higher cost-of-living adjustment next year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service reports an uptick in mail volume a few weeks ahead of Election Day, but on-time delivery is also on the rise.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service reports an uptick in mail volume a few weeks ahead of Election Day, but on-time delivery is also on the rise.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Partnership for Public Service is sounding alarm bells over the state of the federal workforce ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Partnership for Public Service is sounding alarm bells over the state of the federal workforce ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House and Senate VA Committees say Secretary Robert Wilkie is using government time and taxpayer money to take politically motivated trips to states key to the upcoming presidential and Senate races.
In today's Federal Newscast, top Democrats on the House and Senate VA Committees say Secretary Robert Wilkie is using government time and taxpayer money to take politically motivated trips to states key to the upcoming presidential and Senate races.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee have questions for the Commerce Department regarding it's lack of standing in owning and operating a national 5G network
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee have questions for the Commerce Department regarding it's lack of standing in owning and operating a national 5G network
In today's Federal Newscast, 11 industry associations are calling on the Trump administration to rescind the executive order on diversity and training.
In today's Federal Newscast, 11 industry associations are calling on the Trump administration to rescind the executive order on diversity and training.
In today's Federal Newscast, a cabinet secretary gets a bill and a slap on the wrist for a recent Hatch Act violation
In today's Federal Newscast, a cabinet secretary gets a bill and a slap on the wrist for a recent Hatch Act violation
In today's Federal Newscast, the Marines Corps' number two officer has tested positive for COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Marines Corps' number two officer has tested positive for COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants to change how and when federal employees might receive back pay for an unjustified or unwarranted personnel action.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants to change how and when federal employees might receive back pay for an unjustified or unwarranted personnel action.
In today's Federal Newscast, former Vice President Joe Biden outlines what he’d do as president for the Postal Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, former Vice President Joe Biden outlines what he’d do as president for the Postal Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress makes another push to allow federal employees and military members to opt-out of the president's payroll tax deferral.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress makes another push to allow federal employees and military members to opt-out of the president's payroll tax deferral.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence has extended waivers for agencies requesting more time to excise that gear from their networks.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence has extended waivers for agencies requesting more time to excise that gear from their networks.
In today's Federal Newscast, a key Senate committee advanced Chad Wolf's nomination to be permanent homeland security secretary.
In today's Federal Newscast, a key Senate committee advanced Chad Wolf's nomination to be permanent homeland security secretary.
In today's Federal Newscast, today is the last day of fiscal 2020 and the Senate is expected to move the continuing resolution forward to the President's desk.
In today's Federal Newscast, today is the last day of fiscal 2020 and the Senate is expected to move the continuing resolution forward to the President's desk.
- The GAO offers a stark assessment of the V-A's community care program
- Political appointees will now have a major role in diversity training
- And Army officials are trying to figure out why suicides are up 30%
- The GAO offers a stark assessment of the V-A's community care program
- Political appointees will now have a major role in diversity training
- And Army officials are trying to figure out why suicides are up 30%
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have a little more guidance now on how they're supposed to implement the president's recent federal hiring executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have a little more guidance now on how they're supposed to implement the president's recent federal hiring executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, medical centers at the Department of Veterans Affairs see a slight improvement in staffing shortages over the last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, medical centers at the Department of Veterans Affairs see a slight improvement in staffing shortages over the last year.
This week’s update from the Pentagon shows just over half of the military’s worldwide installations are now in the “green” category – meaning servicemembers can move to and from those bases without special permission.
This week’s update from the Pentagon shows just over half of the military’s worldwide installations are now in the “green” category – meaning servicemembers can move to and from those bases without special permission.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget issued guidance that details how the administration will implement a presidential memo to withhold funds from states that the White House says are permitting anarchy, violence, and destruction.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget issued guidance that details how the administration will implement a presidential memo to withhold funds from states that the White House says are permitting anarchy, violence, and destruction.
In today's Federal Newscast, Comptroller General Gene Dodaro implores agencies and Congress to implement what he called 16 concrete recommendations immediately to significantly improve the nation’s response to the current pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Comptroller General Gene Dodaro implores agencies and Congress to implement what he called 16 concrete recommendations immediately to significantly improve the nation’s response to the current pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Democratic senators want to remove the National Rifle Association Foundation from the list of approved charities on the Combined Federal Campaign.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Democratic senators want to remove the National Rifle Association Foundation from the list of approved charities on the Combined Federal Campaign.
A former defense contractor is sentenced to prison for taking kickbacks. The Census Bureau’s IT infrastructure has performed better than officials expected. And the Air Force improves its policy for nursing mothers to improve retention.
A former defense contractor is sentenced to prison for taking kickbacks. The Census Bureau’s IT infrastructure has performed better than officials expected. And the Air Force improves its policy for nursing mothers to improve retention.
In today's Federal Newscast, on-time mail delivery still hasn’t fully recovered from operational changes made nearly two months ago by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy.
In today's Federal Newscast, on-time mail delivery still hasn’t fully recovered from operational changes made nearly two months ago by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Justification Act requires agencies to post budget request documents to a single website each year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Justification Act requires agencies to post budget request documents to a single website each year.
In today's Federal Newscast, a final rule from the Environmental Protection Agency gives the public a platform to request changes or removal of agency guidance documents.
In today's Federal Newscast, a final rule from the Environmental Protection Agency gives the public a platform to request changes or removal of agency guidance documents.
In today's Federal Newscast, a survey from the General Services Administration and Office of Personnel Management employees spend an average of 13% a week on work they consider to be low-value.
In today's Federal Newscast, a survey from the General Services Administration and Office of Personnel Management employees spend an average of 13% a week on work they consider to be low-value.
In today's Federal Newscast, senior executives and federal managers have some harsh criticism for the Office of Management and Budget's recent directive on race training.
In today's Federal Newscast, senior executives and federal managers have some harsh criticism for the Office of Management and Budget's recent directive on race training.
The mandatory and controversial payroll tax deferral policy has some in Congress trying to end the "mandatory" part. The president's pick to run OPM, says he has led and will lead in a non-partisan fashion. And the Postal Service gets the go-ahead to raise commercial package rates.
The mandatory and controversial payroll tax deferral policy has some in Congress trying to end the "mandatory" part. The president's pick to run OPM, says he has led and will lead in a non-partisan fashion. And the Postal Service gets the go-ahead to raise commercial package rates.
The president's latest pick to lead the Office of Personnel Management comes under fire, one of DC's industry experts is leaving his high-profile post, and a congressional committee is launching an investigation into recent tragedies at Ft. Hood, Texas.
The president's latest pick to lead the Office of Personnel Management comes under fire, one of DC's industry experts is leaving his high-profile post, and a congressional committee is launching an investigation into recent tragedies at Ft. Hood, Texas.
POTUS directs all agencies to stop all training on critical race theory or white privilege, OMB is reminding agencies they're required to prepare for a presidential transition and OPM wants to move away from a learning management system to a learning ecosystem.
POTUS directs all agencies to stop all training on critical race theory or white privilege, OMB is reminding agencies they're required to prepare for a presidential transition and OPM wants to move away from a learning management system to a learning ecosystem.
In today's Federal Newscast, there is now an informal deal in place to avoid a potential government shutdown at the end of the month.
In today's Federal Newscast, there is now an informal deal in place to avoid a potential government shutdown at the end of the month.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon has picked five of its health care facilities to help coordinate stage three clinical trials for a potential coronavirus vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon has picked five of its health care facilities to help coordinate stage three clinical trials for a potential coronavirus vaccine.
In today's Federal Newscast, two million appointments canceled during the initial wave of the coronavirus pandemic still need rescheduling at the Veterans Health Administration.
In today's Federal Newscast, two million appointments canceled during the initial wave of the coronavirus pandemic still need rescheduling at the Veterans Health Administration.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says not all agencies have been tracking time and attendance fraud consistently.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says not all agencies have been tracking time and attendance fraud consistently.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) tells his colleagues what may seem inevitable: a continuing resolution is the likely outcome ahead of the upcoming government funding deadline.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) tells his colleagues what may seem inevitable: a continuing resolution is the likely outcome ahead of the upcoming government funding deadline.
In today's Federal Newscast, The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases with NIH created a network of new organizations to provide early warnings of emerging diseases wherever they occur.
In today's Federal Newscast, The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases with NIH created a network of new organizations to provide early warnings of emerging diseases wherever they occur.
The Defense Information Systems Agency plans to release a draft solicitation for what it estimates will be an $11.7 billion dollar contract over the next ten years. It’s called Defense Enclave Services, and much like the controversial JEDI contract, DISA plans to use a single-vendor ID/IQ approach. The main purpose is to build a shared I-T network for the DoD agencies and field activities outside the military services – commonly called the Fourth Estate.
The Defense Information Systems Agency plans to release a draft solicitation for what it estimates will be an $11.7 billion dollar contract over the next ten years. It’s called Defense Enclave Services, and much like the controversial JEDI contract, DISA plans to use a single-vendor ID/IQ approach. The main purpose is to build a shared I-T network for the DoD agencies and field activities outside the military services – commonly called the Fourth Estate.
Special Counsel Henry Kerner, in a statement, says the Hatch Act expressly does not apply to the President or Vice President and that only the Justice Department can advise on criminal provisions from the Hatch Act. He adds the Rose Garden and West Lawn of the White House are Hatch Act free zones, so feds attending events there aren't necessarily violators.
Special Counsel Henry Kerner, in a statement, says the Hatch Act expressly does not apply to the President or Vice President and that only the Justice Department can advise on criminal provisions from the Hatch Act. He adds the Rose Garden and West Lawn of the White House are Hatch Act free zones, so feds attending events there aren't necessarily violators.
More than 30,000 TSP participants have taken money out of their Thrift Savings Plans. Over 9,100 have taken a loan, while nearly 1,600 have taken a special CARES Act loan.
More than 30,000 TSP participants have taken money out of their Thrift Savings Plans. Over 9,100 have taken a loan, while nearly 1,600 have taken a special CARES Act loan.
The early retirement and buyout offers the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation made to its employees back in March are off the table. F-D-I-C made the offer to 20 percent of its workforce in early March, but that offer was withdrawn less than two weeks later, as the pandemic hit its stride.
The early retirement and buyout offers the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation made to its employees back in March are off the table. F-D-I-C made the offer to 20 percent of its workforce in early March, but that offer was withdrawn less than two weeks later, as the pandemic hit its stride.
More members of Congress are calling on U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to delay upcoming employee furloughs at the end of the month. Top Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee have written to USCIS Deputy Policy Director Joseph Edlow to prevent job disruption for over 13,000 employees.
More members of Congress are calling on U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to delay upcoming employee furloughs at the end of the month. Top Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee have written to USCIS Deputy Policy Director Joseph Edlow to prevent job disruption for over 13,000 employees.
The Census Bureau has little more than a month until it wraps up 2020 field operations, but it never came close to hiring the number of enumerators officials said were needed to complete the job.
The Census Bureau has little more than a month until it wraps up 2020 field operations, but it never came close to hiring the number of enumerators officials said were needed to complete the job.
A majority of American Federation of Government Employees members say they're not ready yet to return to work at their offices. A resounding 79% of A-F-G-E members still working from home say they don't feel safe to return to the workplace.
A majority of American Federation of Government Employees members say they're not ready yet to return to work at their offices. A resounding 79% of A-F-G-E members still working from home say they don't feel safe to return to the workplace.
In today's Federal Newscast, the top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Committee is calling for another delay to employee furloughs at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Committee is calling for another delay to employee furloughs at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the America Federation of Government Employees is making a final push to protect Defense Department employees’ right to unionize.
In today's Federal Newscast, the America Federation of Government Employees is making a final push to protect Defense Department employees’ right to unionize.
In today's Federal Newscast, the union representing USCIS employees is disappointed Congress left town for August recess before passing emergency funding for the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, the union representing USCIS employees is disappointed Congress left town for August recess before passing emergency funding for the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal contractors and contracting officers apparently have some relief from the Section 8-8-9 rule that's got the federal I-T world in an uproar.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal contractors and contracting officers apparently have some relief from the Section 8-8-9 rule that's got the federal I-T world in an uproar.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 130 House members tell the Postal Service they’re concerned with mail delivery standards ahead of the November election.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 130 House members tell the Postal Service they’re concerned with mail delivery standards ahead of the November election.
In today's Federal Newscast, Nearly 78% of bargaining unit employees say they've experienced racism while working at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Nearly 78% of bargaining unit employees say they've experienced racism while working at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees are learning a little more about the paid parental leave program.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees are learning a little more about the paid parental leave program.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group of senators is pushing for more funding for the National Institutes of Health.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group of senators is pushing for more funding for the National Institutes of Health.
In today's Federal Newscast, 30 years after the passage of the CFO Act, the Government Accountability Office tells Congress it has some work to do.
In today's Federal Newscast, 30 years after the passage of the CFO Act, the Government Accountability Office tells Congress it has some work to do.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Environmental Protection Agency has agreed to pay the state of Utah to resolve claims stemming form the Gold King Mine spill back in 2015.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Environmental Protection Agency has agreed to pay the state of Utah to resolve claims stemming form the Gold King Mine spill back in 2015.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats make a significant push to improve whistleblower protection rights for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats make a significant push to improve whistleblower protection rights for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new executive order from the White House calls on agencies to examine contractors' use of foreign workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new executive order from the White House calls on agencies to examine contractors' use of foreign workers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House threatens to veto the House's mini bus to fund a large amount of agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House threatens to veto the House's mini bus to fund a large amount of agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees may be getting a stronger voice in what it means to return to the office during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees may be getting a stronger voice in what it means to return to the office during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have spent almost $18 billion on goods and services in response to the Coronavirus pandemic from March to June, and 47% of that was not competed among vendors.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have spent almost $18 billion on goods and services in response to the Coronavirus pandemic from March to June, and 47% of that was not competed among vendors.
In today's Federal Newscast, a D.C. law firm is notifying federal employees they may be entitled to financial compensation for being exposed to COVID-19 while at work.
In today's Federal Newscast, a D.C. law firm is notifying federal employees they may be entitled to financial compensation for being exposed to COVID-19 while at work.
In today's Federal Newscast, about 4,000 federal employees have filed workers compensation claims with the Labor Department due to COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, about 4,000 federal employees have filed workers compensation claims with the Labor Department due to COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee outlines its roadmap for oversight over the next five years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee outlines its roadmap for oversight over the next five years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the American Federation of Government Employees is making a renewed push in court to score hazard pay for federal employees working on the frontlines of the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the American Federation of Government Employees is making a renewed push in court to score hazard pay for federal employees working on the frontlines of the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of yet another government conference – this time, the largest in the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of yet another government conference – this time, the largest in the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bicameral group of Democrats say top leadership vacancies at the Federal Emergency Management Agency are unacceptable.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bicameral group of Democrats say top leadership vacancies at the Federal Emergency Management Agency are unacceptable.
In today's Federal Newscast, nearly 22,000 service members have now been diagnosed with coronavirus after this week saw a more than 20 percent jump in infections.
In today's Federal Newscast, nearly 22,000 service members have now been diagnosed with coronavirus after this week saw a more than 20 percent jump in infections.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration publishes a colorful guide to a complicated issue -- the ban on Chinese telecommunications gear.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration publishes a colorful guide to a complicated issue -- the ban on Chinese telecommunications gear.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senators say they're still fielding complaints from VA health employees who say they don't have enough support to safely continue working during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senators say they're still fielding complaints from VA health employees who say they don't have enough support to safely continue working during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Defense Secretary Mark Esper bans photographs from being used in the process to promote officers and enlisted service members.
In today's Federal Newscast, Defense Secretary Mark Esper bans photographs from being used in the process to promote officers and enlisted service members.
The top Democrat on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee says he wants more details on agency reopening plans. Michigan Senator Gary Peters wrote to the heads of 24 agencies asking for their plans. He wants to know how agencies are going to provide masks and other protective equipment for employees, how they're modifying office space to comply with social distancing guidelines, and how they're informing employees of positive coronavirus cases.
The top Democrat on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee says he wants more details on agency reopening plans. Michigan Senator Gary Peters wrote to the heads of 24 agencies asking for their plans. He wants to know how agencies are going to provide masks and other protective equipment for employees, how they're modifying office space to comply with social distancing guidelines, and how they're informing employees of positive coronavirus cases.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Archives and Records Administration employees have spent the pandemic making Black history records more accessible to the public.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Archives and Records Administration employees have spent the pandemic making Black history records more accessible to the public.
In today's Federal Newscast, Homeland Security Committee chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) wants to know what DHS is doing to keep all of its employees safe.
In today's Federal Newscast, Homeland Security Committee chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) wants to know what DHS is doing to keep all of its employees safe.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators doubt the pandemic is the real reason behind the budget issues at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators doubt the pandemic is the real reason behind the budget issues at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
In today's Federal Newscast, new Census data analysis shows, the recession of 2008 and 2009 hit one segment of the population particularly hard.
In today's Federal Newscast, new Census data analysis shows, the recession of 2008 and 2009 hit one segment of the population particularly hard.
In today's Federal Newscast, the EPA has teamed up with the New York and Los Angeles mass transit systems to learn more about how to disinfect them.
In today's Federal Newscast, the EPA has teamed up with the New York and Los Angeles mass transit systems to learn more about how to disinfect them.
In today's Federal Newscast, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin tells the House Oversight and Reform Committee the law allows inspectors general on the committee to review spending under the Paycheck Protection Program, and other funds previously in question.
In today's Federal Newscast, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin tells the House Oversight and Reform Committee the law allows inspectors general on the committee to review spending under the Paycheck Protection Program, and other funds previously in question.
The EPA Office of Inspector General says its reopening review is part of its broader effort to study the pandemic's impact on the EPA and its operations. Many EPA members of the American Federation of Government Employees say they feel uncomfortable with returning to the office.
The EPA Office of Inspector General says its reopening review is part of its broader effort to study the pandemic's impact on the EPA and its operations. Many EPA members of the American Federation of Government Employees say they feel uncomfortable with returning to the office.
In today's Federal Newscast, Two Democratic regulators are requesting transcripts from a conference call involving of several members of the Trump administration, regarding the elimination of the Office of Personnel Management.
In today's Federal Newscast, Two Democratic regulators are requesting transcripts from a conference call involving of several members of the Trump administration, regarding the elimination of the Office of Personnel Management.
The SPACE FORCE: three echelons of command, with lesser structures called, "deltas." The deltas are like the wings or groups of the Air Force and are run by colonels.
The SPACE FORCE: three echelons of command, with lesser structures called, "deltas." The deltas are like the wings or groups of the Air Force and are run by colonels.
Federal contractors have about six weeks to meet a provision in the 2019 Defense authorization bill that says they are not using any equipment from Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE in their supply chains. And any hope that deadline may be moved, decreased yesterday when the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau formally designated Huawei and ZTE as national security threats.
Federal contractors have about six weeks to meet a provision in the 2019 Defense authorization bill that says they are not using any equipment from Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE in their supply chains. And any hope that deadline may be moved, decreased yesterday when the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau formally designated Huawei and ZTE as national security threats.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has a new digital tool to help screen veterans, employees and other visitors for coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has a new digital tool to help screen veterans, employees and other visitors for coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management will start sending the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey to all federal employees in July.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management will start sending the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey to all federal employees in July.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration is reminding Congress of budget challenges at US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration is reminding Congress of budget challenges at US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Federal employees are getting an inflation increase when it comes to accepting non-sponsored gifts at widely-attended events and those under the Foreign Gifts and Decorations Act. The Office of Government Ethics raised the thresholds to $415 from $390 over a three-year period. The final rule raises the dollar thresholds for the first time since May 2017.
Federal employees are getting an inflation increase when it comes to accepting non-sponsored gifts at widely-attended events and those under the Foreign Gifts and Decorations Act. The Office of Government Ethics raised the thresholds to $415 from $390 over a three-year period. The final rule raises the dollar thresholds for the first time since May 2017.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dealing with a cumulative total of over 19,000 corona virus cases, with 2,285 veterans being treated today. More than 200 VA health professionals have active cases, with nearly 1,800 VA additional VA employees having already recovered from COVID-19. And there have been 27 deaths of VA employees due to coronavirus.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dealing with a cumulative total of over 19,000 corona virus cases, with 2,285 veterans being treated today. More than 200 VA health professionals have active cases, with nearly 1,800 VA additional VA employees having already recovered from COVID-19. And there have been 27 deaths of VA employees due to coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senior Executives Association is urging the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to take action this year on hiring reforms and other recommendations to modernize the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senior Executives Association is urging the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to take action this year on hiring reforms and other recommendations to modernize the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill is introduced to set up a temporary federal commission to propose recommendations for eliminating certain agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill is introduced to set up a temporary federal commission to propose recommendations for eliminating certain agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, another senior pentagon official is stepping down for what appear to be political reasons.
In today's Federal Newscast, another senior pentagon official is stepping down for what appear to be political reasons.
In today's Federal Newscast, telework limitations rank high up on the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee’s list of federal agency challenges during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, telework limitations rank high up on the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee’s list of federal agency challenges during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Elaine McCusker, DoD’s acting comptroller and chief financial officer, will step down on June 26. She was nominated by President Trump for a permanent position, but it was revoked over reported disagreements about Ukraine.
In today's Federal Newscast, Elaine McCusker, DoD’s acting comptroller and chief financial officer, will step down on June 26. She was nominated by President Trump for a permanent position, but it was revoked over reported disagreements about Ukraine.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate applauds the State Department for bringing more than 100-thousand Americans home during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate applauds the State Department for bringing more than 100-thousand Americans home during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IRS will no longer be giving employees 10-25% pay increase for going into the office during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IRS will no longer be giving employees 10-25% pay increase for going into the office during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs officials tell Congress they're in the process of securing enough materials to test agency employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs officials tell Congress they're in the process of securing enough materials to test agency employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Chief Information Officers Council says government needs a new pay and personnel system to better recruit and compensate the future federal IT workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Chief Information Officers Council says government needs a new pay and personnel system to better recruit and compensate the future federal IT workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, while many agencies are setting reopening dates in early to mid-June to bring an initial wave of employees back to the office, the Merit Systems Protection Board is waiting until the end of June.
In today's Federal Newscast, while many agencies are setting reopening dates in early to mid-June to bring an initial wave of employees back to the office, the Merit Systems Protection Board is waiting until the end of June.
In today's Federal Newscast, a possible silver lining of the coronavirus pandemic, FEMA has a headstart as the 2020 hurricane season officially gets underway.
In today's Federal Newscast, a possible silver lining of the coronavirus pandemic, FEMA has a headstart as the 2020 hurricane season officially gets underway.
In today's Federal Newscast, one of the biggest federal employee unions is asking the House Armed Services Committee for protection.
In today's Federal Newscast, one of the biggest federal employee unions is asking the House Armed Services Committee for protection.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Whistleblower Protection Caucus Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) is putting a hold on two Trump administration nominations until the White House sheds more light on the recent firing of two inspectors general.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Whistleblower Protection Caucus Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) is putting a hold on two Trump administration nominations until the White House sheds more light on the recent firing of two inspectors general.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Housing and Urban Development's inspector general says the agency was generally well prepared for the change to mandatory telework.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Housing and Urban Development's inspector general says the agency was generally well prepared for the change to mandatory telework.
In today's Federal Newscast, the president's nominee to be the Office of Personnel Management inspector general got some face time before the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the president's nominee to be the Office of Personnel Management inspector general got some face time before the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, an IRS watchdog finds serious gaps in the agency’s enforcement of high-income households that haven’t filed or paid their taxes.
In today's Federal Newscast, an IRS watchdog finds serious gaps in the agency’s enforcement of high-income households that haven’t filed or paid their taxes.
In today's Federal Newscast, with vote-by-mail services in high demand, the Postal Service sets recommendations for state and local governments to make sure each ballot gets counted.
In today's Federal Newscast, with vote-by-mail services in high demand, the Postal Service sets recommendations for state and local governments to make sure each ballot gets counted.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Security Administration soon will offer early retirements to employees across the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Security Administration soon will offer early retirements to employees across the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, the number of cybersecurity incidents across government is down for a second straight year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the number of cybersecurity incidents across government is down for a second straight year.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers ask Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz asking eight questions about how the coronavirus is impacting the service.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers ask Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz asking eight questions about how the coronavirus is impacting the service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IG Independence Act would limit the grounds a president has to remove an inspector general.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IG Independence Act would limit the grounds a president has to remove an inspector general.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new chatbot from the Veterans Affairs Department aims to help veterans with any coronavirus questions they may have.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new chatbot from the Veterans Affairs Department aims to help veterans with any coronavirus questions they may have.
In todays' Federal Newscast, Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee worry the panel is failing to hold federal agencies accountable for their response to the coronavirus.
In todays' Federal Newscast, Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee worry the panel is failing to hold federal agencies accountable for their response to the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan bill in the Senate would fast-track hiring staff to work for the Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery, who’s now one step away from confirmation.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan bill in the Senate would fast-track hiring staff to work for the Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery, who’s now one step away from confirmation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the military has made some gains in recruiting women over the past 15 years. But they’re still much less likely to serve for a full career than men are.
In today's Federal Newscast, the military has made some gains in recruiting women over the past 15 years. But they’re still much less likely to serve for a full career than men are.
The National Federation of the Blind and four individual plaintiffs file a lawsuit in federal court against the Social Security Administration for its refusal to accept digital signatures.
The National Federation of the Blind and four individual plaintiffs file a lawsuit in federal court against the Social Security Administration for its refusal to accept digital signatures.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan has a few more details on loan and withdrawal relief options that participants can take during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan has a few more details on loan and withdrawal relief options that participants can take during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration makes its governmentwide category management awards exploration tool publicly available.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration makes its governmentwide category management awards exploration tool publicly available.
In today's Federal Newscast, patient capacity at Veterans Affairs medical facilities is up within the last month.
In today's Federal Newscast, patient capacity at Veterans Affairs medical facilities is up within the last month.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department offers grant funding for organizations with ideas on stopping corruption connected to the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department offers grant funding for organizations with ideas on stopping corruption connected to the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general has launched its own review into the Navy’s handling of coronavirus aboard its ships.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general has launched its own review into the Navy’s handling of coronavirus aboard its ships.
In today's Federal Newscast, dead people are getting coronavirus stimulus payments, and a bipartisan group of lawmakers asks the Treasury Department, IRS and Social Security Administration what they can do to stop it.
In today's Federal Newscast, dead people are getting coronavirus stimulus payments, and a bipartisan group of lawmakers asks the Treasury Department, IRS and Social Security Administration what they can do to stop it.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs has a new plan to eventually resume normal operations for its hospitals, cemeteries and benefits offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs has a new plan to eventually resume normal operations for its hospitals, cemeteries and benefits offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department has taken plenty of heat for health and safety problems in its privatized housing programs, but there are plenty of issues in government-owned housing too.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department has taken plenty of heat for health and safety problems in its privatized housing programs, but there are plenty of issues in government-owned housing too.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate lawmakers are using legislation and pressuring the White House to obtain hazard pay and extra leave capabilities for federal employees who are continuing to work during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate lawmakers are using legislation and pressuring the White House to obtain hazard pay and extra leave capabilities for federal employees who are continuing to work during the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department won guilty pleas from the former director of procurement for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation and the president and CEO of a government contracting firm for bribery.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department won guilty pleas from the former director of procurement for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation and the president and CEO of a government contracting firm for bribery.
In today's Federal Newscast, three Virginia Democrats are looking for more telework flexibilities ahead of upcoming construction on Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority lines this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, three Virginia Democrats are looking for more telework flexibilities ahead of upcoming construction on Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority lines this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan coalition in the House sees public support for the Postal Service as leverage to give the agency emergency funding.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan coalition in the House sees public support for the Postal Service as leverage to give the agency emergency funding.
In today's Federal Newscast, the world's favorite web site right now is about to get a fresh chunk of federal grant money.
In today's Federal Newscast, the world's favorite web site right now is about to get a fresh chunk of federal grant money.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee want to know how the Office of Personnel Management is guiding and supporting the federal workforce during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee want to know how the Office of Personnel Management is guiding and supporting the federal workforce during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, as agencies are developing their plans to reopen offices, the National Treasury Employees Union releases its own conditions.
In today's Federal Newscast, as agencies are developing their plans to reopen offices, the National Treasury Employees Union releases its own conditions.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats are eying hazard pay for frontline federal employees for the next emergency coronavirus package.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats are eying hazard pay for frontline federal employees for the next emergency coronavirus package.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate Democrats push back on reports that the Trump Organization seeks to reduce its rent on the Trump Hotel in D.C. during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate Democrats push back on reports that the Trump Organization seeks to reduce its rent on the Trump Hotel in D.C. during the pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen says the volunteers will receive a wellness stipend to help cover costs associated with the evacuations, including health care.
In today's Federal Newscast, Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen says the volunteers will receive a wellness stipend to help cover costs associated with the evacuations, including health care.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate looks to shore up its cyber defenses, and House leaders are weighing the options to have members cast votes away from Captol Hill.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate looks to shore up its cyber defenses, and House leaders are weighing the options to have members cast votes away from Captol Hill.
In today's Federal Newscast, a supplies command center has been established by the Postal Service, to help its employees get masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and other coronavirus supplies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a supplies command center has been established by the Postal Service, to help its employees get masks, gloves, hand sanitizer and other coronavirus supplies.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies are starting to make some initial preparations for employees to return to the office.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies are starting to make some initial preparations for employees to return to the office.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency says nearly 10 million taxpayers checked on the status of their stimulus payment on the Get My Payment tool.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency says nearly 10 million taxpayers checked on the status of their stimulus payment on the Get My Payment tool.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management says agencies can lift the usual limits on premium pay and set higher annual premium pay caps for specific employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management says agencies can lift the usual limits on premium pay and set higher annual premium pay caps for specific employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the longer tax-filing season means more fake tax returns for the IRS.
In today's Federal Newscast, the longer tax-filing season means more fake tax returns for the IRS.
In today's Federal Newscast, as more assets and money are being distributed for coronavirus response, there are those looking to take advantage of the current situation.
In today's Federal Newscast, as more assets and money are being distributed for coronavirus response, there are those looking to take advantage of the current situation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon says servicemembers who get special incentive payments for hazardous assignments like piloting, diving and parachuting can still get their bonuses – even if the pandemic is stopping them from carrying out those missions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon says servicemembers who get special incentive payments for hazardous assignments like piloting, diving and parachuting can still get their bonuses – even if the pandemic is stopping them from carrying out those missions.
In today's Federal Newscast, coronavirus cases among federal employees are piling up across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, coronavirus cases among federal employees are piling up across the country.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2020 census soldiers on despite delays in field operations caused by the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2020 census soldiers on despite delays in field operations caused by the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Supreme Court ruling finds federal employees have a lower bar to prove age discrimination in personnel actions, compared with the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Supreme Court ruling finds federal employees have a lower bar to prove age discrimination in personnel actions, compared with the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, Defense Secretary Mark Esper is directing that anyone on DoD property wear a cloth mask if they can’t consistently keep a six-foot social distance from other people.
In today's Federal Newscast, Defense Secretary Mark Esper is directing that anyone on DoD property wear a cloth mask if they can’t consistently keep a six-foot social distance from other people.
In today's Federal Newscast, four preservation and conservation specialists at the National Archives and Records Administration did some quick thinking and realized the equipment they use to deal with records damaged by floods, fires, or mold could help doctors and nurses fighting the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, four preservation and conservation specialists at the National Archives and Records Administration did some quick thinking and realized the equipment they use to deal with records damaged by floods, fires, or mold could help doctors and nurses fighting the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is out with a new report detailing sexual harassment in the federal workplace.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is out with a new report detailing sexual harassment in the federal workplace.
In today's Federal Newscast, three federal agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together in using 3D printing technology to build devices and objects used to treat coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, three federal agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together in using 3D printing technology to build devices and objects used to treat coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general will take the lead in trying to head off waste, fraud and abuse in the newly-passed coronavirus spending package.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general will take the lead in trying to head off waste, fraud and abuse in the newly-passed coronavirus spending package.
In today's Federal Newscast, small business government contractors already are feeling the impact of the government slowdown because of the coronavirus. So the Pentagon is adjusting some contracts to help get companies some much needed cash.
In today's Federal Newscast, small business government contractors already are feeling the impact of the government slowdown because of the coronavirus. So the Pentagon is adjusting some contracts to help get companies some much needed cash.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department saw cases in the services more than double since Monday.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department saw cases in the services more than double since Monday.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department gets so many requests for medical equipment, it set up a special task force just to deal with them.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department gets so many requests for medical equipment, it set up a special task force just to deal with them.
In today's Federal Newscast, military medical facilities are postponing all elective surgeries, invasive procedures and dental procedures due to the response to coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, military medical facilities are postponing all elective surgeries, invasive procedures and dental procedures due to the response to coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, a huddle between agencies may yield new cybersecurity guidance for teleworking federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a huddle between agencies may yield new cybersecurity guidance for teleworking federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management granting agencies new authorities to help in their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management granting agencies new authorities to help in their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal contractor associations wrote separate letters to the White House and lawmakers asking for more guidance for how industry should expect to work during the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal contractor associations wrote separate letters to the White House and lawmakers asking for more guidance for how industry should expect to work during the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 60 House members want the president to order mandatory telework for all eligible federal employees and contractors.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 60 House members want the president to order mandatory telework for all eligible federal employees and contractors.
In today's Federal Newscast, with more federal employees working from home due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the National Institute of Standards and Technology gives advice on how to keep virtual meetings secure.
In today's Federal Newscast, with more federal employees working from home due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the National Institute of Standards and Technology gives advice on how to keep virtual meetings secure.
In today's Federal Newscast, over a quarter of the Senate is calling on President Trump to sign an executive order mandating telework for all eligible federal employees. 27 Senate Democrats say Trump needs to give clear direction, not general guidance.
In today's Federal Newscast, over a quarter of the Senate is calling on President Trump to sign an executive order mandating telework for all eligible federal employees. 27 Senate Democrats say Trump needs to give clear direction, not general guidance.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants federal health insurance providers to make sure they're ready for COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants federal health insurance providers to make sure they're ready for COVID-19.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill from House Democrats calls for severe punishments for knowingly spreading false news to discourage participation in the 2020 Census count.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill from House Democrats calls for severe punishments for knowingly spreading false news to discourage participation in the 2020 Census count.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of Congress are laying out their concerns about coronavirus epidemic's potential impact on many federal programs.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of Congress are laying out their concerns about coronavirus epidemic's potential impact on many federal programs.
In today's Federal Newscast, Deputy Secretary David Norquist says it’s unlikely DoD will be asked to do another round of reprogramming in 2021, after it moved more than $7 billion to fund wall construction.
In today's Federal Newscast, Deputy Secretary David Norquist says it’s unlikely DoD will be asked to do another round of reprogramming in 2021, after it moved more than $7 billion to fund wall construction.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency gives a heads up about cyber threats linked to the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency gives a heads up about cyber threats linked to the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Government Accountability Office says Interior never gave detailed reasons for relocating specific Bureau of Land Management headquarters positions to Colorado or other western states.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Government Accountability Office says Interior never gave detailed reasons for relocating specific Bureau of Land Management headquarters positions to Colorado or other western states.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of Congress are taking different approaches to make sure agency telework policies remain unhindered.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of Congress are taking different approaches to make sure agency telework policies remain unhindered.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary David Bernhardt says BLM issued 173 relocation notices to employees, and about 80 accepted the move to Colorado.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary David Bernhardt says BLM issued 173 relocation notices to employees, and about 80 accepted the move to Colorado.
In today's Federal Newscast, with more and more coronavirus prevention measures taking place, one senator thinks the Trump administration should launch a website, dedicated to providing information to the public.
In today's Federal Newscast, with more and more coronavirus prevention measures taking place, one senator thinks the Trump administration should launch a website, dedicated to providing information to the public.
In today's Federal Newscast, Elaine McCusker is no longer the White House's choice for Defense Department Comptroller.
In today's Federal Newscast, Elaine McCusker is no longer the White House's choice for Defense Department Comptroller.
In today's Federal Newscast, new proposals from the Office of Personnel Management has the National Treasury Employees Union concerned the administration is side-stepping the intent of the new paid parental leave law.
In today's Federal Newscast, new proposals from the Office of Personnel Management has the National Treasury Employees Union concerned the administration is side-stepping the intent of the new paid parental leave law.
In today's Federal Newscast, we get a look inside the command center of the interagency task force, responsible for tracking real-time data on the spread of the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, we get a look inside the command center of the interagency task force, responsible for tracking real-time data on the spread of the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, in an open letter to the democratic candidates for president, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) asks them how they plan to rebuild the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, in an open letter to the democratic candidates for president, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) asks them how they plan to rebuild the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Government Accountability Office shows that while diversity has increased among workers at the State Department overall, that has not been the case for upper level managers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Government Accountability Office shows that while diversity has increased among workers at the State Department overall, that has not been the case for upper level managers.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies receive new ways to protect their data on contractor or non-federal systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies receive new ways to protect their data on contractor or non-federal systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, U.S. Census officials are asking local law enforcement to remain vigilant against threats to 2020 census enumerators in the months ahead.
In today's Federal Newscast, U.S. Census officials are asking local law enforcement to remain vigilant against threats to 2020 census enumerators in the months ahead.
In today's Federal Newscast, after a delay, the White House publishes a memo allowing the defense secretary to to exclude civilian employees from current collective bargaining law.
In today's Federal Newscast, after a delay, the White House publishes a memo allowing the defense secretary to to exclude civilian employees from current collective bargaining law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is trying to make it easier to learn and ask questions about its relatively new beta.SAM.gov contract opportunities portal.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is trying to make it easier to learn and ask questions about its relatively new beta.SAM.gov contract opportunities portal.
Among those to whom President Trump granted clemency were a one-time administrator at the Office of Federal Procurement Policy and an entrepreneur, who built a technology company that served more than 41 million students, staff, employers, and government constituents worldwide.
Among those to whom President Trump granted clemency were a one-time administrator at the Office of Federal Procurement Policy and an entrepreneur, who built a technology company that served more than 41 million students, staff, employers, and government constituents worldwide.
In today's Federal Newscast, the DCSA says it's business model is getting more efficient in its first full year of operation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the DCSA says it's business model is getting more efficient in its first full year of operation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency’s fiscal 2021 budget justification to Congress shows that agencies went from about 194 million square feet of leased space in 2014, to just under 183 million square feet projected in 2021.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency’s fiscal 2021 budget justification to Congress shows that agencies went from about 194 million square feet of leased space in 2014, to just under 183 million square feet projected in 2021.
In today's Federal Newscast, the American Federation of Government Employees is bashing a White House proposal to cut funding and staff at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
In today's Federal Newscast, the American Federation of Government Employees is bashing a White House proposal to cut funding and staff at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
In today's Federal Newscast, the departments of Commerce, Defense, Transportation and Homeland Security are on the clock to figure out how best to secure the systems that support global positioning satellites and related critical infrastructure.
In today's Federal Newscast, the departments of Commerce, Defense, Transportation and Homeland Security are on the clock to figure out how best to secure the systems that support global positioning satellites and related critical infrastructure.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Josh Hawley unveils a plan to give the Federal Trade Commission more authority to help regulate companies like Facebook and Google.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Josh Hawley unveils a plan to give the Federal Trade Commission more authority to help regulate companies like Facebook and Google.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is challenging a New Jersey law enforcement policy D-O-J says obstructs federal immigration enforcement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is challenging a New Jersey law enforcement policy D-O-J says obstructs federal immigration enforcement.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has more ideas to help the federal workforce prevent the possible spread of the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has more ideas to help the federal workforce prevent the possible spread of the coronavirus.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Republican Study Committee want to overhaul federal employee pay, performance awards and hiring systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Republican Study Committee want to overhaul federal employee pay, performance awards and hiring systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget releases the job posting to fill the federal deputy chief information officer's position.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget releases the job posting to fill the federal deputy chief information officer's position.
In today's Federal Newscast, media reports indicate that J. David Patterson is removing himself from consideration.
In today's Federal Newscast, media reports indicate that J. David Patterson is removing himself from consideration.
In today's Federal Newscast, customer service will be a top focus for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, customer service will be a top focus for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration's Inspector General found that all 11 of the child care centers it audited failed to meet minimum federal security standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration's Inspector General found that all 11 of the child care centers it audited failed to meet minimum federal security standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, after one of the world's wealthiest individuals had his phone hacked, Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) wants intelligence agencies to begin an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, after one of the world's wealthiest individuals had his phone hacked, Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) wants intelligence agencies to begin an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Homeland Security Committee passed the Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act. The bill would move screeners at the Transportation Security Administration under the General Schedule, a move that would likely mean a pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Homeland Security Committee passed the Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act. The bill would move screeners at the Transportation Security Administration under the General Schedule, a move that would likely mean a pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, search space-force on USAJobs.gov, and you'll come up with 39 jobs, and not clerks or mail room staff, either.
In today's Federal Newscast, search space-force on USAJobs.gov, and you'll come up with 39 jobs, and not clerks or mail room staff, either.
In today's Federal Newscast, three senators want the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the process non-citizen service members go through to become naturalized.
In today's Federal Newscast, three senators want the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the process non-citizen service members go through to become naturalized.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration launches a bid to ensure fairness in an important part of federal rule-making.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration launches a bid to ensure fairness in an important part of federal rule-making.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced the Bogus Bonus Ban Act to try to rein in excessive spending on unwarranted bonuses to contractors who fail to meet certain standards on federal projects.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced the Bogus Bonus Ban Act to try to rein in excessive spending on unwarranted bonuses to contractors who fail to meet certain standards on federal projects.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is promising big changes to federal hiring and ethics policies if she is elected president.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is promising big changes to federal hiring and ethics policies if she is elected president.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Competitive Pay for Leaders in Veterans Health Care Act will correct an unintended consequence from a 2010 bill that was supposed to help Veterans Affairs Department fill Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Competitive Pay for Leaders in Veterans Health Care Act will correct an unintended consequence from a 2010 bill that was supposed to help Veterans Affairs Department fill Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federally appointed panel finds the Federal Aviation Administration followed its own rules in certifying the troubled airplane.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federally appointed panel finds the Federal Aviation Administration followed its own rules in certifying the troubled airplane.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says feedback from federal agencies shows the General Services Administration’s lease requirements cause building owners to charge the government more than private companies would pay for the same office space
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says feedback from federal agencies shows the General Services Administration’s lease requirements cause building owners to charge the government more than private companies would pay for the same office space
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is getting ready to announce new vetting procedures for foreign military members studying and training at U.S. facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is getting ready to announce new vetting procedures for foreign military members studying and training at U.S. facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office finds federal employees are contributing and saving more for retirement, due to two Thrift Savings Plan policy changes.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office finds federal employees are contributing and saving more for retirement, due to two Thrift Savings Plan policy changes.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new page on Oversight.gov tracks Inspectors General vacancies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new page on Oversight.gov tracks Inspectors General vacancies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office says agencies will not have to cut their spending because of sequestration in fiscal 2020, bad news for budget hawks concerned about the national debt.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office says agencies will not have to cut their spending because of sequestration in fiscal 2020, bad news for budget hawks concerned about the national debt.
In today's Federal Newscast, D.C. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton is wants an update from the National Parks Service on its plan to reimburse the District of Columbia work it performed during the 35-day government shutdown of 2018-2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, D.C. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton is wants an update from the National Parks Service on its plan to reimburse the District of Columbia work it performed during the 35-day government shutdown of 2018-2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, fraudsters expanded their tactics to kick off 2020 and the Social Security Administration continues to be a top target.
In today's Federal Newscast, fraudsters expanded their tactics to kick off 2020 and the Social Security Administration continues to be a top target.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interior Department cleared brush and dead trees on double the amount called for in a 2018 presidential executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interior Department cleared brush and dead trees on double the amount called for in a 2018 presidential executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, after fake notifications were sent out, the Army reiterates, despite rising tensions with Iran, there are no plans to initiate a draft.
In today's Federal Newscast, after fake notifications were sent out, the Army reiterates, despite rising tensions with Iran, there are no plans to initiate a draft.
In today's Federal Newscast, a mostly sunny report from the IRS includes dark clouds when it comes to the work force.
In today's Federal Newscast, a mostly sunny report from the IRS includes dark clouds when it comes to the work force.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management's inspector general says the agency is not keeping a good enough eye on the companies its contracted for identity theft protection.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management's inspector general says the agency is not keeping a good enough eye on the companies its contracted for identity theft protection.
In today's Federal Newscast, following recent shootings on military bases, the Marines is allowing its law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms.
In today's Federal Newscast, following recent shootings on military bases, the Marines is allowing its law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2020 Defense Authorization bill mandates all three branches have an assistant secretary for installations, energy, and environment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2020 Defense Authorization bill mandates all three branches have an assistant secretary for installations, energy, and environment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 14th Air Force has officially been redesignated as Space Operations Command.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 14th Air Force has officially been redesignated as Space Operations Command.
In today's Federal Newscast, new regulations to implement the paid parental leave law for federal employees are in the works.
In today's Federal Newscast, new regulations to implement the paid parental leave law for federal employees are in the works.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says adding those functions could increase operation costs, and decrease the efficiency of its mail and package delivery.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says adding those functions could increase operation costs, and decrease the efficiency of its mail and package delivery.
In today's Federal Newscast, IT security controls continue to be a material weakness for the Veterans Affairs Department's financial management systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, IT security controls continue to be a material weakness for the Veterans Affairs Department's financial management systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan wants to change the rate it currently uses to calculate some annual cost of living adjustments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan wants to change the rate it currently uses to calculate some annual cost of living adjustments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management makes some clarifications about President Trump's declared day off on Christmas Eve.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management makes some clarifications about President Trump's declared day off on Christmas Eve.
In today's Federal Newscast, if the fiscal 2020 budget deal gets signed into law, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will receive $2 billion, $334 million more than it received in 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, if the fiscal 2020 budget deal gets signed into law, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will receive $2 billion, $334 million more than it received in 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, USPS' Ethics Office wants to remind its employees about the restrictions applied to receiving gifts from customers and vendors.
In today's Federal Newscast, USPS' Ethics Office wants to remind its employees about the restrictions applied to receiving gifts from customers and vendors.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA and GSA both saw increases in their technology services and products sales.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA and GSA both saw increases in their technology services and products sales.
In today's Federal Newscast, two lawmakers want to even the playing field for hourly wage workers and General Schedule employees who work in the same location
In today's Federal Newscast, two lawmakers want to even the playing field for hourly wage workers and General Schedule employees who work in the same location
In today's Federal Newscast, four out of five members of the National Treasury Employees Union say they're starting to worry about the impact of a potential government shutdown on their finances.
In today's Federal Newscast, four out of five members of the National Treasury Employees Union say they're starting to worry about the impact of a potential government shutdown on their finances.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office found the agencies excluded more than $271 million in building costs per year, between fiscal 2015 through 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office found the agencies excluded more than $271 million in building costs per year, between fiscal 2015 through 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, a temporary outage of Regulations.gov has some agencies allowing more time for comments on certain proposed rules.
In today's Federal Newscast, a temporary outage of Regulations.gov has some agencies allowing more time for comments on certain proposed rules.
In today's Federal Newscast, Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen calls informal rulemaking by federal agencies the fuel of explosive growth of the administrative state.
In today's Federal Newscast, Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen calls informal rulemaking by federal agencies the fuel of explosive growth of the administrative state.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan will require tougher online security measures for its participants by the end of the year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Thrift Savings Plan will require tougher online security measures for its participants by the end of the year.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Maryland and Virginia Democrats are worried about plans to only give federal defense workers paid family leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of Maryland and Virginia Democrats are worried about plans to only give federal defense workers paid family leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency's inspector general says between fiscal 2009 and 2018, USPS cut its labor costs, but also saw a decrease in mail volume.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency's inspector general says between fiscal 2009 and 2018, USPS cut its labor costs, but also saw a decrease in mail volume.
In today's Federal Newscast, skills gaps across the federal workforce played a role in nearly half of government's high-risk areas.
In today's Federal Newscast, skills gaps across the federal workforce played a role in nearly half of government's high-risk areas.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new audit by the inspector general found the Office of Personnel Management's financial management systems lack some basic cybersecurity protections.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new audit by the inspector general found the Office of Personnel Management's financial management systems lack some basic cybersecurity protections.
In today's Federal Newscast, two prominent universities are being investigated by the Education Department for their relationships with foreign governments.
In today's Federal Newscast, two prominent universities are being investigated by the Education Department for their relationships with foreign governments.
In today's Federal Newscast, as her first official act as chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee, Representative Carolyn Maloney has filed a lawsuit against the Justice and Commerce Departments.
In today's Federal Newscast, as her first official act as chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee, Representative Carolyn Maloney has filed a lawsuit against the Justice and Commerce Departments.
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Justice Department, who are also members of the LGBT community want reassurance from Attorney General William Barr that they won't face discrimination at the workplace
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Justice Department, who are also members of the LGBT community want reassurance from Attorney General William Barr that they won't face discrimination at the workplace
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants to lift the current time limitations for seasonal appointments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants to lift the current time limitations for seasonal appointments.
In today's Federal Newscast, acquisition authorities make a proposed rule, final to keep phony parts out of systems the government buys.
In today's Federal Newscast, acquisition authorities make a proposed rule, final to keep phony parts out of systems the government buys.
In today's Federal Newscast, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie asks the American of Federation of Government Employees to protect VA bargaining unit employees from harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie asks the American of Federation of Government Employees to protect VA bargaining unit employees from harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel is reporting air traffic controllers in Jacksonville are not complying with the proper procedures, and their managers aren't doing much to help.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel is reporting air traffic controllers in Jacksonville are not complying with the proper procedures, and their managers aren't doing much to help.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of DC area democrats in the House are hoping to block any funding meant for the relocation of the Bureau of Land Management's headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of DC area democrats in the House are hoping to block any funding meant for the relocation of the Bureau of Land Management's headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, a proposal in the 2020 defense authorization bill would require the Defense Department Inspector General to tell Congress if the department experiemented with the idea of weaponizing disease carrying insects.
In today's Federal Newscast, a proposal in the 2020 defense authorization bill would require the Defense Department Inspector General to tell Congress if the department experiemented with the idea of weaponizing disease carrying insects.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says there are still some issues with the training of sailors in charge of driving ships.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says there are still some issues with the training of sailors in charge of driving ships.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Benefits Administration, under pressure, reverses an Obama-era policy that resulted in Privacy Act violations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Benefits Administration, under pressure, reverses an Obama-era policy that resulted in Privacy Act violations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department says it plans to open up its commissaries and exchanges to 4.1 million new customers on New Years’ Day.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department says it plans to open up its commissaries and exchanges to 4.1 million new customers on New Years’ Day.
In today's Federal Newscast, relocation notices went out to 159 employees at the Bureau of Land Management yesterday.
In today's Federal Newscast, relocation notices went out to 159 employees at the Bureau of Land Management yesterday.
In today's Federal Newscast, Open Season is underway and the Office of Personnel Management says it has updated its tool for participants to compare plans.
In today's Federal Newscast, Open Season is underway and the Office of Personnel Management says it has updated its tool for participants to compare plans.
In today's Federal Newscast, seven of the Homeland Security department's Senate-confirmed positions are empty, and key Senators want the president to address the issue.
In today's Federal Newscast, seven of the Homeland Security department's Senate-confirmed positions are empty, and key Senators want the president to address the issue.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Bureau of Land Management says it will offer both early-outs and buyouts to parts of its workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Bureau of Land Management says it will offer both early-outs and buyouts to parts of its workforce.
In today's federal newscast, agencies and contractors are doing more to avoid using the suspension and debarment process.
In today's federal newscast, agencies and contractors are doing more to avoid using the suspension and debarment process.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration re-iterates a policy prohibiting employees from sleeping in their offices or the buildings they work in.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration re-iterates a policy prohibiting employees from sleeping in their offices or the buildings they work in.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interior Department says it's making progress in its ongoing efforts to reduce instances of harassment at the agency
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interior Department says it's making progress in its ongoing efforts to reduce instances of harassment at the agency
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics wants to hear from agencies about the best ways to train and teach employees about ethical matters.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics wants to hear from agencies about the best ways to train and teach employees about ethical matters.
In today's Federal Newscast, Comptroller General Gene Dodaro lays out a litany of changes lawmakers should consider as they update the 1990 CFO Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, Comptroller General Gene Dodaro lays out a litany of changes lawmakers should consider as they update the 1990 CFO Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have formed a new partnership to uncover potential waste, fraud and abuse among veteran health providers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have formed a new partnership to uncover potential waste, fraud and abuse among veteran health providers.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Homeland Security Committee are asking leaders at the Transportation Security Administration what it can do to pay the agency's officer more.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Homeland Security Committee are asking leaders at the Transportation Security Administration what it can do to pay the agency's officer more.
In today's Federal Newscast, a long series of repairs and upgrades, the Japan-based destroyer now undergoing a series of at-sea tests and training.
In today's Federal Newscast, a long series of repairs and upgrades, the Japan-based destroyer now undergoing a series of at-sea tests and training.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology have pitched new ideas to squeeze more dollars out of research done by agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology have pitched new ideas to squeeze more dollars out of research done by agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) would give federal employees bonuses, for flagging agency programs with more money than they can spend.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) would give federal employees bonuses, for flagging agency programs with more money than they can spend.
In today's Federal Newscast, new legislation from Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) would give agencies the authority to fire employees and contractors convicted or credibly found to have committed sexual assault while in government.
In today's Federal Newscast, new legislation from Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) would give agencies the authority to fire employees and contractors convicted or credibly found to have committed sexual assault while in government.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 40 Senate Democrats express opposition to how the Environmental Protection Agency is handling its collective bargaining with the American Federation of Government Employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 40 Senate Democrats express opposition to how the Environmental Protection Agency is handling its collective bargaining with the American Federation of Government Employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees would receive mandatory Internet of Things cybersecurity training under a new bill introduced by Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA).
In today's Federal Newscast, federal employees would receive mandatory Internet of Things cybersecurity training under a new bill introduced by Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA).
In today's Federal Newscast, the Commerce Department’s inspector general is running an audit of the bureau’s cybersecurity measures.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Commerce Department’s inspector general is running an audit of the bureau’s cybersecurity measures.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Policy clarifies what federal employees need to report when accepting invitations to attend conferences.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Policy clarifies what federal employees need to report when accepting invitations to attend conferences.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office report says four Marine Corps Commands either overspent or underspent at least $5 million on civilian personnel in 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office report says four Marine Corps Commands either overspent or underspent at least $5 million on civilian personnel in 2019.
In today's Federal Newscast, at the request of two members of Congress, the Defense Department's inspector general has agreed to review the department's use of PFAS chemicals at military sites.
In today's Federal Newscast, at the request of two members of Congress, the Defense Department's inspector general has agreed to review the department's use of PFAS chemicals at military sites.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is looking to make it easier for agencies to submit their annual Freedom of Information Act reports required by law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department is looking to make it easier for agencies to submit their annual Freedom of Information Act reports required by law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Offices says one-third of the Veterans Affairs workforce is eligible to retire by 2022, and the agency has no succession plan in place.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Offices says one-third of the Veterans Affairs workforce is eligible to retire by 2022, and the agency has no succession plan in place.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration and Defense Logistics Agency are conducting the first comprehensive Federal Supply Class review in almost 50 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration and Defense Logistics Agency are conducting the first comprehensive Federal Supply Class review in almost 50 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has struck a three year bargaining agreement with the National Treasury Employees Union, which includes paid parental leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has struck a three year bargaining agreement with the National Treasury Employees Union, which includes paid parental leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Bureau of Land Management's Washington D.C. headquarters have limited time to decide if they will move out west with the agency or not.
In today's Federal Newscast, employees at the Bureau of Land Management's Washington D.C. headquarters have limited time to decide if they will move out west with the agency or not.
In today's Federal Newscast, a major reorganization is taking place among the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's top management offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, a major reorganization is taking place among the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's top management offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force is rolling out a new criminal justice IT system. It comes two years after the mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas highlighted flaws in the current system.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force is rolling out a new criminal justice IT system. It comes two years after the mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas highlighted flaws in the current system.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congressmen Don Beyer (D-VA) and Ted Lieu (D-CA) update their whistleblower guide, describing how federal employees in specific agencies can safely share information with inspectors general and the press.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congressmen Don Beyer (D-VA) and Ted Lieu (D-CA) update their whistleblower guide, describing how federal employees in specific agencies can safely share information with inspectors general and the press.
In today's Federal Newscast, D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton introduces a bill to give federal employees short-term disability insurance, even if it means they'll have to pay for it.
In today's Federal Newscast, D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton introduces a bill to give federal employees short-term disability insurance, even if it means they'll have to pay for it.
In today's Federal Newscast, the inspectors general for the Departments of Justice and Veterans Affairs are setting up a new VA health care fraud task force, to investigate and prosecute fraud within VA’s growing community care program.
In today's Federal Newscast, the inspectors general for the Departments of Justice and Veterans Affairs are setting up a new VA health care fraud task force, to investigate and prosecute fraud within VA’s growing community care program.
In today's Federal Newscast, 50,000 federal employees will get a chance to sound off about their benefits this fall in the Office of Personnel Management's Federal Employee Benefits survey.
In today's Federal Newscast, 50,000 federal employees will get a chance to sound off about their benefits this fall in the Office of Personnel Management's Federal Employee Benefits survey.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) says the USDA relocation is delaying implementation of the Farm Bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) says the USDA relocation is delaying implementation of the Farm Bill.
The Senate has confirmed Eugene Scalia as the Trump administration's next Labor Secretary. Scalia, son of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, had previously worked as the agency's top lawyer during the George W. Bush administration.
The Senate has confirmed Eugene Scalia as the Trump administration's next Labor Secretary. Scalia, son of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, had previously worked as the agency's top lawyer during the George W. Bush administration.
The Trump Administration has declared victory in an international compromise that will allow the U.S. Postal Service to collect higher fees for delivery of small international packages entering the United States.
The Trump Administration has declared victory in an international compromise that will allow the U.S. Postal Service to collect higher fees for delivery of small international packages entering the United States.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union wants the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court's decision on age discrimination in the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union wants the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court's decision on age discrimination in the federal workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says nine agencies violated the Anti-Deficiency Act in fiscal 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says nine agencies violated the Anti-Deficiency Act in fiscal 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) and other congressmen are pleading with Veterans Affairs Department to let them keep their offices in agency facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) and other congressmen are pleading with Veterans Affairs Department to let them keep their offices in agency facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the Government Accountability Office confirms it’s tough to be a medium-sized government contractor.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the Government Accountability Office confirms it’s tough to be a medium-sized government contractor.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), the chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, says as cyber threats become more sophisticated, bringing back the cyber coordinator role is even more important.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), the chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, says as cyber threats become more sophisticated, bringing back the cyber coordinator role is even more important.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights how the most recent 35-day partial government shutdown hurt agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights how the most recent 35-day partial government shutdown hurt agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs launched a new training program to help employees impacted by the agency's ongoing electronic health record modernization.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs launched a new training program to help employees impacted by the agency's ongoing electronic health record modernization.
The acting director of national intelligence, Joseph Maguire is withholding a whistleblower complaint alleging serious wrongdoing within the intelligence community that may involve President Donald Trump. The Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), told CBS' "Face the Nation" that Maguire declined to release the complaint because he was instructed not to by a "higher authority."
The acting director of national intelligence, Joseph Maguire is withholding a whistleblower complaint alleging serious wrongdoing within the intelligence community that may involve President Donald Trump. The Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), told CBS' "Face the Nation" that Maguire declined to release the complaint because he was instructed not to by a "higher authority."
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's independent watchdog has cleared Secretary Ben Carson of any misconduct in connection with the order of a $31,000 dining room set for his office suite.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's independent watchdog has cleared Secretary Ben Carson of any misconduct in connection with the order of a $31,000 dining room set for his office suite.
D-C Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton are trying to block the Bureau of Land Management relocation with new legislation. They introduced a bill that would require the B-L-M headquarters to remain in the national capital region.
D-C Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton are trying to block the Bureau of Land Management relocation with new legislation. They introduced a bill that would require the B-L-M headquarters to remain in the national capital region.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) wants the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's inspector general to start an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) wants the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's inspector general to start an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House says it's considering a new approach to helping agencies adopt artificial intelligence.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House says it's considering a new approach to helping agencies adopt artificial intelligence.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration reveals more specifics about its proposed 2.6% raise for civilian employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration reveals more specifics about its proposed 2.6% raise for civilian employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, given the acute and ongoing shortage of cybersecurity talent, government officials are starting to think about hiring on skill, rather than specific degree.
In today's Federal Newscast, given the acute and ongoing shortage of cybersecurity talent, government officials are starting to think about hiring on skill, rather than specific degree.
In today's Federal Newscast, after just over a year into the job, Holly Greaves is leaving the EPA.
In today's Federal Newscast, after just over a year into the job, Holly Greaves is leaving the EPA.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is looking to hire an ethicist who can guide defense agencies on the application of artificial intelligence.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is looking to hire an ethicist who can guide defense agencies on the application of artificial intelligence.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection details its preparations for the pass-through of Hurricane Dorian.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection details its preparations for the pass-through of Hurricane Dorian.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Justice's Department's Inspector General reveals details on an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Justice's Department's Inspector General reveals details on an investigation.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force orders all of its facilities to designate spaces for nursing mothers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force orders all of its facilities to designate spaces for nursing mothers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) says he's resigning at the end of the year, due to a series of growing health issues.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) says he's resigning at the end of the year, due to a series of growing health issues.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army's issuing new maximum bonus amounts, aimed at encouraging soldiers to sign up for longer enlistments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army's issuing new maximum bonus amounts, aimed at encouraging soldiers to sign up for longer enlistments.
In today's Federal Newscast, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington obtained hundreds of emails, showing VA IT officials questioned the Mar--A-Lago crowd's influence on V-A's electronic health record modernization efforts.
In today's Federal Newscast, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington obtained hundreds of emails, showing VA IT officials questioned the Mar--A-Lago crowd's influence on V-A's electronic health record modernization efforts.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA), the head of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, wants all hands on deck to address veteran suicide.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA), the head of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, wants all hands on deck to address veteran suicide.
In today's Federal Newscast, we now know when the Federal Acquisition Service will release its consolidated schedule, which will include the new special item numbers and terms and conditions.
In today's Federal Newscast, we now know when the Federal Acquisition Service will release its consolidated schedule, which will include the new special item numbers and terms and conditions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's smoking ban at medical facilities now extends to its employees, something their union is not happy about.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's smoking ban at medical facilities now extends to its employees, something their union is not happy about.
In today's Federal Newscast, news that the USDA will not be paying as much to employees who chose not to move to Kansas City next month has sparked Congressional outrage.
In today's Federal Newscast, news that the USDA will not be paying as much to employees who chose not to move to Kansas City next month has sparked Congressional outrage.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will host free online training on the agency's new online filing system for federal sector complaints and appeals.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will host free online training on the agency's new online filing system for federal sector complaints and appeals.
In today's Federal Newscast, for the first time in 12 years, federal civilian agencies suffered no major cyber incidents in fiscal 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, for the first time in 12 years, federal civilian agencies suffered no major cyber incidents in fiscal 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have one less thing to worry about for the final six weeks of fiscal 2019, budget cuts due to sequestration are not on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies have one less thing to worry about for the final six weeks of fiscal 2019, budget cuts due to sequestration are not on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary David Bernhardt announced plans to streamline the department's 13 ethics programs into one.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary David Bernhardt announced plans to streamline the department's 13 ethics programs into one.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs has launched the Contractor Assistance Portal.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs has launched the Contractor Assistance Portal.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management asked the Federal Labor Relations Authority how agencies can deduct union dues in light of the 2018 decision, which found local and state government workers can't be forced to pay union dues.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management asked the Federal Labor Relations Authority how agencies can deduct union dues in light of the 2018 decision, which found local and state government workers can't be forced to pay union dues.
In today's Federal Newscast, USDA employees relocating to Kansas City will now get incentive payments to make up for their now lower salaries.
In today's Federal Newscast, USDA employees relocating to Kansas City will now get incentive payments to make up for their now lower salaries.
In today's Federal Newscast, 123 C-130 planes are being temporarily removed from service after atypical cracks were discovered.
In today's Federal Newscast, 123 C-130 planes are being temporarily removed from service after atypical cracks were discovered.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general is investigating whether DoD is complying with a law meant to protect domestic suppliers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon’s inspector general is investigating whether DoD is complying with a law meant to protect domestic suppliers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management says it's closely monitoring agencies' use of the student loan repayment program in a tough budget environment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management says it's closely monitoring agencies' use of the student loan repayment program in a tough budget environment.
In today's Federal Newscast, Virginia’s two senators want to know why Defense Secretary Mark Esper is conducting his own examination of DoD’s upcoming JEDI Cloud contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, Virginia’s two senators want to know why Defense Secretary Mark Esper is conducting his own examination of DoD’s upcoming JEDI Cloud contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office found leadership changes have stalled out some of the agency’s reorganization efforts
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office found leadership changes have stalled out some of the agency’s reorganization efforts
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said it is looking to use social media tools to monitor possible domestic threats. The FBI has issued a request for proposal from vendors for the software tools it needs to access lawfully-collected information from social media subscription services.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation said it is looking to use social media tools to monitor possible domestic threats. The FBI has issued a request for proposal from vendors for the software tools it needs to access lawfully-collected information from social media subscription services.
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced a bill that would give the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys the power to act against social media companies that don't remove addictive features in their websites.
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced a bill that would give the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys the power to act against social media companies that don't remove addictive features in their websites.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson is stepping down today, retiring after 19 years of running the Taxpayer Advocate Service at the IRS. Olson said she plans to start a nonprofit to continue advocating for taxpayer rights and fight against IRS bureaucracy.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson is stepping down today, retiring after 19 years of running the Taxpayer Advocate Service at the IRS. Olson said she plans to start a nonprofit to continue advocating for taxpayer rights and fight against IRS bureaucracy.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Association of Postal Supervisors has filed a lawsuit against US-PS, seeking back pay for managers, postmasters, and other administrative professionals, to match what their counterparts earn in the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Association of Postal Supervisors has filed a lawsuit against US-PS, seeking back pay for managers, postmasters, and other administrative professionals, to match what their counterparts earn in the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill in the House would replace the Windfall Elimination Provision which currently cuts Social Security benefits for federal retirees who worked in a private sector job and also receive a government pension.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill in the House would replace the Windfall Elimination Provision which currently cuts Social Security benefits for federal retirees who worked in a private sector job and also receive a government pension.
In today's Federal Newscast, an investigation into Marines accused of helping smuggle migrants into the United States led to the arrest Thursday of 16 of their fellow Marines at California’s Camp Pendleton, just north of the U.S.-Mexico border.
In today's Federal Newscast, an investigation into Marines accused of helping smuggle migrants into the United States led to the arrest Thursday of 16 of their fellow Marines at California’s Camp Pendleton, just north of the U.S.-Mexico border.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of the Interior fell short of its hiring goal.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of the Interior fell short of its hiring goal.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Security Agency is bringing together its foreign intelligence and cyber defense missions into a new directorate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Security Agency is bringing together its foreign intelligence and cyber defense missions into a new directorate.
In today's Federal Newscast, Health and Human Services releases 25 ways the agency can improve how it spends taxpayer money.
In today's Federal Newscast, Health and Human Services releases 25 ways the agency can improve how it spends taxpayer money.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former National Security Agency contractor who stole nearly 20 years worth of sensitive information finds out his fate.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former National Security Agency contractor who stole nearly 20 years worth of sensitive information finds out his fate.
In today's Federal Newscast, Mark Esper's nomination for Defense secretary has won the approval of the Senate Armed Services Committee.
In today's Federal Newscast, Mark Esper's nomination for Defense secretary has won the approval of the Senate Armed Services Committee.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is urging agencies to consider telework and workplace flexibilities during this week's heat wave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is urging agencies to consider telework and workplace flexibilities during this week's heat wave.
In today's Federal Newscast, Mark Esper is poised to become the next Defense secretary. If he’s confirmed, one of his first jobs will be to help fill the rest of the vacant politically-appointed positions in the Pentagon.
In today's Federal Newscast, Mark Esper is poised to become the next Defense secretary. If he’s confirmed, one of his first jobs will be to help fill the rest of the vacant politically-appointed positions in the Pentagon.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Bureau of Land Management is setting up new headquarters out west.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Bureau of Land Management is setting up new headquarters out west.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Labor Relations Authority and Office of Personnel Management are looking for feedback on existing law that governs federal employees' payments to their union.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Labor Relations Authority and Office of Personnel Management are looking for feedback on existing law that governs federal employees' payments to their union.
In today's Federal Newscast, yet another legislative attempt to block the Trump administration's proposed merger of the Office of Personnel Management with the General Services Administration, passed the House.
In today's Federal Newscast, yet another legislative attempt to block the Trump administration's proposed merger of the Office of Personnel Management with the General Services Administration, passed the House.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration extended the deadline for proposals for the Agriculture Department to lease space in the Kansas City region.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration extended the deadline for proposals for the Agriculture Department to lease space in the Kansas City region.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is putting off the elimination of a major benefit for post 9/11 veterans.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is putting off the elimination of a major benefit for post 9/11 veterans.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Homeland Security Committee chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) wants the Inspector General to find out if and when leadership at Customs and Border Protection knew about a secret Facebook group with current and former Border Patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Homeland Security Committee chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS) wants the Inspector General to find out if and when leadership at Customs and Border Protection knew about a secret Facebook group with current and former Border Patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department is looking to reward four contractors who make an effort to hire qualified disabled people.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department is looking to reward four contractors who make an effort to hire qualified disabled people.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Trade Commission says complaints about scammers pretending to be from the government reached the highest levels on record this spring.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Trade Commission says complaints about scammers pretending to be from the government reached the highest levels on record this spring.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department is changing its rules regarding religious materials at its facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department is changing its rules regarding religious materials at its facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, there's been another setback in negotiations between Social Security Administration management and its cadre of administrative law judges.
In today's Federal Newscast, there's been another setback in negotiations between Social Security Administration management and its cadre of administrative law judges.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget releases its Circular A-11 update, tasking agencies with showing their progress in complying with new laws and management requirements.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget releases its Circular A-11 update, tasking agencies with showing their progress in complying with new laws and management requirements.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has given agencies a timeline to switch from paper records, to electronic records.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has given agencies a timeline to switch from paper records, to electronic records.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate passes its version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 3.1% pay raise for active duty military.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate passes its version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 3.1% pay raise for active duty military.
In today's Federal Newscast, the new local union at the Agriculture Department's Economic Research Service estimate four out of five employees will decline to relocate out of the national capital region.
In today's Federal Newscast, the new local union at the Agriculture Department's Economic Research Service estimate four out of five employees will decline to relocate out of the national capital region.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from a Senate committee shows at least eight cabinet agencies are failing to comply with federal cybersecurity standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from a Senate committee shows at least eight cabinet agencies are failing to comply with federal cybersecurity standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, legislation in both the House and Senate aims to guarantee every senior a Social Security cost of living adjustment with an annual floor of no less than 3%.
In today's Federal Newscast, legislation in both the House and Senate aims to guarantee every senior a Social Security cost of living adjustment with an annual floor of no less than 3%.
The Trump Administration's revised national reserach and development plan for artificial intelligence calls for more collaboration between government, academia, non-profits and the private sector.
The Trump Administration's revised national reserach and development plan for artificial intelligence calls for more collaboration between government, academia, non-profits and the private sector.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson says response times to incoming calls at the IRS remains the biggest challenge the agency has in dealing with the public. In her final report to Congress before retiring, Olson said the IRS is successful in processing most returns, but for those who need more help, the experience is challenging.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson says response times to incoming calls at the IRS remains the biggest challenge the agency has in dealing with the public. In her final report to Congress before retiring, Olson said the IRS is successful in processing most returns, but for those who need more help, the experience is challenging.
The Social Security Advisory Board has joined the Government Accounability Office in calling SSA's to share its death records to curb improper payments.
The Social Security Advisory Board has joined the Government Accounability Office in calling SSA's to share its death records to curb improper payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration says the idea will be too costly and increase the risk of fraud, waste, and improper payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration says the idea will be too costly and increase the risk of fraud, waste, and improper payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week directing federal agencies to cut at least one-third of all federal advisory committees.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week directing federal agencies to cut at least one-third of all federal advisory committees.
In today's Federal Newscast, two bills to protect federal employees' health insurance benefits during future government shutdowns advanced to the full House for a vote.
In today's Federal Newscast, two bills to protect federal employees' health insurance benefits during future government shutdowns advanced to the full House for a vote.
In today's Federal Newscast, a provision in the annual Defense bill the Senate Armed Services Committee released this week would order a top-to-bottom review of the contractor, civilian and military IT positions in each military service and DoD agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, a provision in the annual Defense bill the Senate Armed Services Committee released this week would order a top-to-bottom review of the contractor, civilian and military IT positions in each military service and DoD agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to new numbers from market research company Forrester, the federal government as a whole was ranked lower than airlines, car rental services, and health care providers.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to new numbers from market research company Forrester, the federal government as a whole was ranked lower than airlines, car rental services, and health care providers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Michael McCaul's (R-TX) bill, the DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act, would create groups of cyber first responders in the event of a cyber attack on the government or private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Michael McCaul's (R-TX) bill, the DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act, would create groups of cyber first responders in the event of a cyber attack on the government or private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, funding to support the Interior Department's plans to reorganize its bureaus and management functions into 12 unified regions across the country is absent from the House 20-20 appropriations bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, funding to support the Interior Department's plans to reorganize its bureaus and management functions into 12 unified regions across the country is absent from the House 20-20 appropriations bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, the NRC's inspector general finds a third of NRC's inspectors will be eligible to retire in 2020.
In today's Federal Newscast, the NRC's inspector general finds a third of NRC's inspectors will be eligible to retire in 2020.
In today's Federal Newscast, an arbitrator finds the Veterans Affairs Department should take down a public record of employee firings and other punishments from its website.
In today's Federal Newscast, an arbitrator finds the Veterans Affairs Department should take down a public record of employee firings and other punishments from its website.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate and House Veterans Affairs committee leaders are demanding answers from the VA about claims involving secret wait lists for veterans seeking care.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate and House Veterans Affairs committee leaders are demanding answers from the VA about claims involving secret wait lists for veterans seeking care.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate lawmakers have taken steps to prevent a White House proposal which would result in about 1,000 layoffs at the U.S. Forest Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, House and Senate lawmakers have taken steps to prevent a White House proposal which would result in about 1,000 layoffs at the U.S. Forest Service.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says agency spending on products and services in 2018 reached its highest level in seven years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says agency spending on products and services in 2018 reached its highest level in seven years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee includes a pay raise for civilian employees in its 2020 spending bill
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee includes a pay raise for civilian employees in its 2020 spending bill
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy’s Fleet Cyber Command started wide-scale implementation of the Cyber Excepted Service this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy’s Fleet Cyber Command started wide-scale implementation of the Cyber Excepted Service this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, a White House plan to take away some workers rights from civilian D-O-D employees gets denied support from the Senate
In today's Federal Newscast, a White House plan to take away some workers rights from civilian D-O-D employees gets denied support from the Senate
In today's Federal Newscast, to help ease the administrative burden on Border Patrol agents, Customs and Border Protection is creating a new position assigned with handling the processing of people apprehended at the border.
In today's Federal Newscast, to help ease the administrative burden on Border Patrol agents, Customs and Border Protection is creating a new position assigned with handling the processing of people apprehended at the border.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress approves its first round of recommendations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress approves its first round of recommendations.
In today's Federal Newscast, Army officials give an update of how many female soldiers are now in combat brigades, and plans to place more in the future.
In today's Federal Newscast, Army officials give an update of how many female soldiers are now in combat brigades, and plans to place more in the future.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget is expressing its displeasure with the early versions of appropriations bills coming out of the House Appropriations Committee.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget is expressing its displeasure with the early versions of appropriations bills coming out of the House Appropriations Committee.
In today's Federal Newscast, as part of a new pilot program, the Defense Department awards contracts to five companies to actively recruit technical talent from the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, as part of a new pilot program, the Defense Department awards contracts to five companies to actively recruit technical talent from the private sector.
In today's Federal Newscast, OPM is recommending federal agencies adjust their teleworking policies to accommodate disruptions to employees commutes with looming Metro station closures this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, OPM is recommending federal agencies adjust their teleworking policies to accommodate disruptions to employees commutes with looming Metro station closures this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, Transportation Security Administration administrator David Pekoske promises a series of changes to improve TSA's human capital practices.
In today's Federal Newscast, Transportation Security Administration administrator David Pekoske promises a series of changes to improve TSA's human capital practices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Merit Systems Protection Board finds between 1999 and 2016, only about 7 for ever 1000 new supervisors faced consequences for failing their probationary period.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Merit Systems Protection Board finds between 1999 and 2016, only about 7 for ever 1000 new supervisors faced consequences for failing their probationary period.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Veterans Affairs Department second attempt at firing the director of its DC facility, VA's case against Brian Hawkins is reportedly falling apart, and he will be reinstated.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Veterans Affairs Department second attempt at firing the director of its DC facility, VA's case against Brian Hawkins is reportedly falling apart, and he will be reinstated.
In today's Federal Newscast, Council 216 of the American Federation of Government Employees is urging the new Chairwoman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to push for more staff.
In today's Federal Newscast, Council 216 of the American Federation of Government Employees is urging the new Chairwoman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to push for more staff.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group in the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants more information about V-A's plans to curb sexual harassment among female veterans and employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan group in the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants more information about V-A's plans to curb sexual harassment among female veterans and employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Gallup poll shows three in four Americans say USPS is doing a good or excellent job.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Gallup poll shows three in four Americans say USPS is doing a good or excellent job.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill from Senator Todd Young (R-IN) would grant the Office of Management and Budget and the General Services Administration the authority to draft plans for moving non-national security agencies to other areas.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill from Senator Todd Young (R-IN) would grant the Office of Management and Budget and the General Services Administration the authority to draft plans for moving non-national security agencies to other areas.
In today's Federal Newscast, amid shrinking budgets and workforce cuts, the IRS has also seen a reduction in tax enforcement.
In today's Federal Newscast, amid shrinking budgets and workforce cuts, the IRS has also seen a reduction in tax enforcement.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Senate bill looks to improve the Defense Department’s Mentor-Protégé Program, which expired last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Senate bill looks to improve the Defense Department’s Mentor-Protégé Program, which expired last year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office has provided Congress with some best practices when it comes to dealing with federal whistleblowers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office has provided Congress with some best practices when it comes to dealing with federal whistleblowers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill in the House calls for allowing the Postal Service to deliver alcohol to consumers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new bill in the House calls for allowing the Postal Service to deliver alcohol to consumers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reveals where the agency is looking to relocate the Economic Research Service and National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
In today's Federal Newscast, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reveals where the agency is looking to relocate the Economic Research Service and National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
In today's Federal Newscast, A bipartisan pair of lawmakers want to give some federal employees a new retirement flexibility.
In today's Federal Newscast, A bipartisan pair of lawmakers want to give some federal employees a new retirement flexibility.
In today's Federal Newscast, another former member of the intelligence community is found to have conspired with Chinese intelligence services.
In today's Federal Newscast, another former member of the intelligence community is found to have conspired with Chinese intelligence services.
In today's Federal Newscast, a handful of members of Congress introduce a bill to allow military servicemembers to sue the Department of Defense for instances of medical malpractice unrelated to their military duties.
In today's Federal Newscast, a handful of members of Congress introduce a bill to allow military servicemembers to sue the Department of Defense for instances of medical malpractice unrelated to their military duties.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is looking to require all fixed price contracts be paid out through performance-based contractual payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is looking to require all fixed price contracts be paid out through performance-based contractual payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, Three House committee chairmen are launching an investigation into recent leadership changes at the Homeland Security Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Three House committee chairmen are launching an investigation into recent leadership changes at the Homeland Security Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection is offering bonuses to Border Patrol agents who enter into a 12 month service agreement with the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection is offering bonuses to Border Patrol agents who enter into a 12 month service agreement with the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Coast Guard will finally get one of it's ships it says it's needed for a long time, but also puts out a new strategy for the Arctic region which says it will need more ships, planes, helicopters, and drones.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Coast Guard will finally get one of it's ships it says it's needed for a long time, but also puts out a new strategy for the Arctic region which says it will need more ships, planes, helicopters, and drones.
In today's Federal Newscast, in their annual report to Congress, the Social Security Trustees say they expect total costs to exceed income next year, and in all the years beyond that.
In today's Federal Newscast, in their annual report to Congress, the Social Security Trustees say they expect total costs to exceed income next year, and in all the years beyond that.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department will pilot a faster approach to discretionary suspension and debarment with its Inspector General and its Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Labor Department will pilot a faster approach to discretionary suspension and debarment with its Inspector General and its Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration finds the I-R-S doesn't always follow its own procedures for reviewing and adjudicating cases of missed filings or under-reported income.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration finds the I-R-S doesn't always follow its own procedures for reviewing and adjudicating cases of missed filings or under-reported income.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics wants feedback on whether it should set restrictions on donations to legal expense funds for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics wants feedback on whether it should set restrictions on donations to legal expense funds for federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, all signs point to federal employees' paychecks looking a little larger by early next week.
In today's Federal Newscast, all signs point to federal employees' paychecks looking a little larger by early next week.
In today's Federal Newscast, the personal information of hundreds of federal agents and police officers appears to have been stolen from websites affiliated with alumni of the FBI’s National Academy.
In today's Federal Newscast, the personal information of hundreds of federal agents and police officers appears to have been stolen from websites affiliated with alumni of the FBI’s National Academy.
In today's Federal Newscast, a version of the Federal Employee Paid Leave Act is introduced into the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, a version of the Federal Employee Paid Leave Act is introduced into the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, it appears the Navy will be dropping all charges against leadership involved in the USS Fitzgerald's fatal collision with a merchant ship.
In today's Federal Newscast, it appears the Navy will be dropping all charges against leadership involved in the USS Fitzgerald's fatal collision with a merchant ship.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) introduces new legislation requiring federal regulators to encourage financial institutions to work with consumers and other business impacted by a shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) introduces new legislation requiring federal regulators to encourage financial institutions to work with consumers and other business impacted by a shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new federal interagency strategy from the Agriculture Department, the Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, looks to reduce how much food is wasted.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new federal interagency strategy from the Agriculture Department, the Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, looks to reduce how much food is wasted.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study from the RAND Corporation shows it would cost the military more money to create new pilots, rather than trying to keep the ones it currently has.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study from the RAND Corporation shows it would cost the military more money to create new pilots, rather than trying to keep the ones it currently has.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Services Impasses Panel sides mostly with management in a disputed between labor groups and the Health and Human Services Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Services Impasses Panel sides mostly with management in a disputed between labor groups and the Health and Human Services Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, auditors at the Government Accountability Office say DHS has made considerable progress towards fixing management weaknesses.
In today's Federal Newscast, auditors at the Government Accountability Office say DHS has made considerable progress towards fixing management weaknesses.
In today's Federal Newscast, a quarter of the 8,000 Transportation Security Administration officers who left the agency in fiscal 2017, left within the first six months on the job.
In today's Federal Newscast, a quarter of the 8,000 Transportation Security Administration officers who left the agency in fiscal 2017, left within the first six months on the job.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers introduce two new bills to ensure federal employees don't lose insurance benefits during future government shutdowns.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers introduce two new bills to ensure federal employees don't lose insurance benefits during future government shutdowns.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department's Inspector General says the FBI’s notification system, Cyber Guardian, lacked complete and reliable data, making it harder for the agency to determine whether all cyber-crime victims had been informed.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department's Inspector General says the FBI’s notification system, Cyber Guardian, lacked complete and reliable data, making it harder for the agency to determine whether all cyber-crime victims had been informed.
In today's Federal Newscast, bipartisan legislation in the house would create a panel of cyber professionals to advise the Homeland Security Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, bipartisan legislation in the house would create a panel of cyber professionals to advise the Homeland Security Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators want to reverse steps Congress took last year to begin a comprehensive review of medical facilities at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators want to reverse steps Congress took last year to begin a comprehensive review of medical facilities at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, three Senate Democrats want to take federal retirement cuts off the table in the proposed 2020 budget resolution.
In today's Federal Newscast, three Senate Democrats want to take federal retirement cuts off the table in the proposed 2020 budget resolution.
In today's Federal Newscast, staffing cuts at the IRS have limited its ability to conduct audits, according to the Government Accountability Office.
In today's Federal Newscast, staffing cuts at the IRS have limited its ability to conduct audits, according to the Government Accountability Office.
In today's Federal Newscast, up to $1 billion from the Pentagon is now available to help support the Homeland Security Department's drug enforcement efforts at the southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, up to $1 billion from the Pentagon is now available to help support the Homeland Security Department's drug enforcement efforts at the southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's inspector general releases its review of the agency's implementation of the new Forever GI bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department's inspector general releases its review of the agency's implementation of the new Forever GI bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, former venture capitalist Michael Kratsios is tapped to become the next U.S. Chief Technology Officer.
In today's Federal Newscast, former venture capitalist Michael Kratsios is tapped to become the next U.S. Chief Technology Officer.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration says it now sees an opportunity to build on many of the 14 cross-agency priority goals outlined in the President's Management Agenda.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Trump administration says it now sees an opportunity to build on many of the 14 cross-agency priority goals outlined in the President's Management Agenda.
The White House plans on spending even more to secure federal networks and data in 2020. President Donald Trump requested $17.6 billion for federal cybersecurity efforts next year. To listen to the Federal Newscast on your phone or mobile device, subscribe on PodcastOne or Apple Podcasts. The best listening experience on desktop can be found using Chrome, Firefox or Safari
The White House plans on spending even more to secure federal networks and data in 2020. President Donald Trump requested $17.6 billion for federal cybersecurity efforts next year. To listen to the Federal Newscast on your phone or mobile device, subscribe on PodcastOne or Apple Podcasts. The best listening experience on desktop can be found using Chrome, Firefox or Safari
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is changing how it verifies that companies are eligible to do business with or receive assistance from the government.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is changing how it verifies that companies are eligible to do business with or receive assistance from the government.
There is strong bipartisan in both the House and Senate for criminal justice reform that removes barriers to employment for people with a criminal record. Proponents of the legislation say it would help reduce recidivism and strengthen families.
There is strong bipartisan in both the House and Senate for criminal justice reform that removes barriers to employment for people with a criminal record. Proponents of the legislation say it would help reduce recidivism and strengthen families.
President Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to the federal retirement system are drawing criticism from some members of Congress. Hear this story and more in today's Federal Newscast. To listen to the Federal Newscast on your phone or mobile device, subscribe on PodcastOne or Apple Podcasts. The best listening experience on desktop can be found using Chrome, Firefox or Safari.
President Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to the federal retirement system are drawing criticism from some members of Congress. Hear this story and more in today's Federal Newscast. To listen to the Federal Newscast on your phone or mobile device, subscribe on PodcastOne or Apple Podcasts. The best listening experience on desktop can be found using Chrome, Firefox or Safari.
The National Background Investigations Bureau said it's made some serious progress on the backlog of pending security clearances. It's down to 542,000 now. But as NBIB finishes more cases more quickly, that puts pressure other organizations with the federal personnel vetting enterprise. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to discuss the progress and the status of that pesky executive order that's supposed to move the security clearance program altogether.
The National Background Investigations Bureau said it's made some serious progress on the backlog of pending security clearances. It's down to 542,000 now. But as NBIB finishes more cases more quickly, that puts pressure other organizations with the federal personnel vetting enterprise. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to discuss the progress and the status of that pesky executive order that's supposed to move the security clearance program altogether.
Gen. Paul Nakasone currently leads both organizations in a relationship that has existed since CYBERCOM was first created a decade ago. Asked whether he believed it was time to appoint separate leaders, Nakasone said recommendation is "classified".
Gen. Paul Nakasone currently leads both organizations in a relationship that has existed since CYBERCOM was first created a decade ago. Asked whether he believed it was time to appoint separate leaders, Nakasone said recommendation is "classified".
Besides an $8.6 billion request for to complete his southern border wall, The administration has requested $72 million to fund the stronger enforcement of immigration laws and to reduce the nation's backlog of asylum cases.
Besides an $8.6 billion request for to complete his southern border wall, The administration has requested $72 million to fund the stronger enforcement of immigration laws and to reduce the nation's backlog of asylum cases.
Service members would see a 3.1 percent pay raise next January under the president’s plan, and the military would add about 30,000 more active-duty and reserve troops.
Service members would see a 3.1 percent pay raise next January under the president’s plan, and the military would add about 30,000 more active-duty and reserve troops.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of nearly 40 senators are urging the appropriations committee to include back pay for federal contractors impacted by the last government shutdown, in an upcoming disaster relief package.
In today's Federal Newscast, a group of nearly 40 senators are urging the appropriations committee to include back pay for federal contractors impacted by the last government shutdown, in an upcoming disaster relief package.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee want to hear from Acting Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee, about what he's done to improve on an apparent failure of IHS to provide quality health care.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee want to hear from Acting Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee, about what he's done to improve on an apparent failure of IHS to provide quality health care.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army, Navy and Air Force say they’re establishing a “tenant’s bill of rights” to help military members deal with cases of substandard on-base housing.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Army, Navy and Air Force say they’re establishing a “tenant’s bill of rights” to help military members deal with cases of substandard on-base housing.
In today's Federal Newscast, several DC area members of Congress want to know if it's realistic for federal employees to expect more money in their next paycheck on March 15.
In today's Federal Newscast, several DC area members of Congress want to know if it's realistic for federal employees to expect more money in their next paycheck on March 15.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Tom O'Halleran (D-AZ) is on a "journey" to make sure federal agencies don't abuse federal travel plans.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Tom O'Halleran (D-AZ) is on a "journey" to make sure federal agencies don't abuse federal travel plans.
In today's Federal Newscast, more time is given for companies to come up with new ideas for the security clearance process.
In today's Federal Newscast, more time is given for companies to come up with new ideas for the security clearance process.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 17 years after Pentagon’s most expensive weapons acquisition first started, the Navy says its version of the F-35 is ready for combat.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 17 years after Pentagon’s most expensive weapons acquisition first started, the Navy says its version of the F-35 is ready for combat.
In today's Federal Newscast, the cybersecurity firm Anomali Labs says it's found a malicious server hosting two separate phishing campaigns targeting government contractors looking to do business with the Labor and Transportation departments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the cybersecurity firm Anomali Labs says it's found a malicious server hosting two separate phishing campaigns targeting government contractors looking to do business with the Labor and Transportation departments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Postal Service is asking industry for an autonomous vehicle that can follow a route while a mail carrier is able to sort the mail for delivery.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Postal Service is asking industry for an autonomous vehicle that can follow a route while a mail carrier is able to sort the mail for delivery.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union is asking the Office of Personnel Management when federal employees can expect to see the 1.9 percent pay raise recently signed into law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union is asking the Office of Personnel Management when federal employees can expect to see the 1.9 percent pay raise recently signed into law.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the National Coalition for Men sued, a federal district judge rules in its favor, saying forcing only men to register for the Selective Service is unfair.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the National Coalition for Men sued, a federal district judge rules in its favor, saying forcing only men to register for the Selective Service is unfair.
In today's Federal Newscast, the EEOC says it now has the capability to make its charge processing and records system fully digital.
In today's Federal Newscast, the EEOC says it now has the capability to make its charge processing and records system fully digital.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Supreme Court rules in favor of a federal retiree, who says the state of West Virginia unfairly taxed his annuity income.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Supreme Court rules in favor of a federal retiree, who says the state of West Virginia unfairly taxed his annuity income.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics lays out what kind of aid furloughed employees are allowed to receive during a government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Government Ethics lays out what kind of aid furloughed employees are allowed to receive during a government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Agriculture Department's Inspector General finds the U.S. Forest Service is not quickly acting on sexual assault and harassment allegations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Agriculture Department's Inspector General finds the U.S. Forest Service is not quickly acting on sexual assault and harassment allegations.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) is asking the Defense Department which military projects will lose funding due to President Trump diverting $3.5 billion from military construction accounts to build a wall on the southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) is asking the Defense Department which military projects will lose funding due to President Trump diverting $3.5 billion from military construction accounts to build a wall on the southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the agency's inspector general finds the Education Department lacks policies and procedures to ensure loan servicers act in compliance with federal law.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the agency's inspector general finds the Education Department lacks policies and procedures to ensure loan servicers act in compliance with federal law.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office takes a look at just how much it will cost for the Defense Department to go through with all of its plans for the near future.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office takes a look at just how much it will cost for the Defense Department to go through with all of its plans for the near future.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, the agency in charge of union relationships, no longer has one with it's own employees union.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, the agency in charge of union relationships, no longer has one with it's own employees union.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Mark Takano (D-CA) is launching an official investigation into the influence of three members of President Trump’s Mar-A-Lago golf club, on recent personnel and policy decisions at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Mark Takano (D-CA) is launching an official investigation into the influence of three members of President Trump’s Mar-A-Lago golf club, on recent personnel and policy decisions at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management answers some lingering questions that popped up due to the recent partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management answers some lingering questions that popped up due to the recent partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA announces it will be running a test flight of a crewed commercial space craft some time in July.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA announces it will be running a test flight of a crewed commercial space craft some time in July.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board issues a new interim rule allowing participants in the Thrift Savings Plan to take a loan while in non-pay status.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board issues a new interim rule allowing participants in the Thrift Savings Plan to take a loan while in non-pay status.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal court rules against an employee appealing his removal when he failed a drug test, after he says he accidentally ate a pot brownie.
In today's Federal Newscast, a federal court rules against an employee appealing his removal when he failed a drug test, after he says he accidentally ate a pot brownie.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Inspector General finds when it comes to detention facilities contractors, Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn't adequately hold them accountable for written performance standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Inspector General finds when it comes to detention facilities contractors, Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn't adequately hold them accountable for written performance standards.
In today's Federal Newscast, an internal email to staff at the National Park Service explains the effect the partial government shutdown had on the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, an internal email to staff at the National Park Service explains the effect the partial government shutdown had on the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Defense Department shows there was a slight increase in the amount of sexual assaults reported at military academies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Defense Department shows there was a slight increase in the amount of sexual assaults reported at military academies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department releases its much anticipated community care standards, which lay out what veterans are allowed to get medical treatment from non-VA doctors.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department releases its much anticipated community care standards, which lay out what veterans are allowed to get medical treatment from non-VA doctors.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Democrats have brought forth a companion to a new bill from House Democratic leaders, which calls for giving civilian federal employees a 2.6 percent pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Democrats have brought forth a companion to a new bill from House Democratic leaders, which calls for giving civilian federal employees a 2.6 percent pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, there are many Democrats in Congress worried about VA's new regulations expanding veterans' access to private care.
In today's Federal Newscast, there are many Democrats in Congress worried about VA's new regulations expanding veterans' access to private care.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump hints that another government shutdown is likely after funding runs out again in three weeks.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Donald Trump hints that another government shutdown is likely after funding runs out again in three weeks.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates there were about $2.3 billion in government contracts that would have been issued to small firms over the past month, but weren't because of the government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates there were about $2.3 billion in government contracts that would have been issued to small firms over the past month, but weren't because of the government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, agency leaders are being asked to provide a list of what programs will be effected if the current partial government shutdown goes into March and April.
In today's Federal Newscast, agency leaders are being asked to provide a list of what programs will be effected if the current partial government shutdown goes into March and April.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Department says a series of incidents have tampered with agencies Domain Name Systems on their websites.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Department says a series of incidents have tampered with agencies Domain Name Systems on their websites.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study in the Journal of American Medicine Association finds veterans waited fewer days in 2017 than 2014.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study in the Journal of American Medicine Association finds veterans waited fewer days in 2017 than 2014.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative TJ Cox's (D-CA) first introduced legislation in Congress is meant to ease the financial hardship furloughed federal employees are currently enduring.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative TJ Cox's (D-CA) first introduced legislation in Congress is meant to ease the financial hardship furloughed federal employees are currently enduring.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators ask the Transportation Security Administration for its plan if staffing shortages and call outs continue.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators ask the Transportation Security Administration for its plan if staffing shortages and call outs continue.
In today's Federal Newscast, bills to improve agency oversight of sexual harassment and give federal interns the same protection as employees pass the House.
In today's Federal Newscast, bills to improve agency oversight of sexual harassment and give federal interns the same protection as employees pass the House.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) is asking the Office of Personnel Management how it's making sure federal employees furloughed due to the government shutdown are still receiving healthcare coverage.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) is asking the Office of Personnel Management how it's making sure federal employees furloughed due to the government shutdown are still receiving healthcare coverage.
In today's Federal Newscast, along with bonuses, the Transportation Security Administration says it can legally pay employees who worked the first day of the shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, along with bonuses, the Transportation Security Administration says it can legally pay employees who worked the first day of the shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Gary Peters wants to know why it decided to reopen the Old Post Office Tower within the Trump Hotel during the government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Gary Peters wants to know why it decided to reopen the Old Post Office Tower within the Trump Hotel during the government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, analysis shows the loss of salary from federal workers, and the loss of income substitution provided through USDA because of the government shutdown will have a significant effect on the nation's economy.
In today's Federal Newscast, analysis shows the loss of salary from federal workers, and the loss of income substitution provided through USDA because of the government shutdown will have a significant effect on the nation's economy.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill introduced by Rep. John Curtis (R-UT) would authorize congressional payroll administrators to dock pay for members of Congress for as long as a government shutdown continues.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill introduced by Rep. John Curtis (R-UT) would authorize congressional payroll administrators to dock pay for members of Congress for as long as a government shutdown continues.
In today's Federal Newscast, a review by the Center for American Progress looks at how much money federal workers could lose during the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, a review by the Center for American Progress looks at how much money federal workers could lose during the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal courts will be able to continue operating until January 18 with their limited funds during the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, federal courts will be able to continue operating until January 18 with their limited funds during the partial government shutdown.
A bill in Congress would make sure federal employees who work in security, food service, and janitorial services, get reimbursed after the government shutdown ends.
A bill in Congress would make sure federal employees who work in security, food service, and janitorial services, get reimbursed after the government shutdown ends.
In today's Federal Newscast, an alliance of 30 federal employee organizations are urging the President to end the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, an alliance of 30 federal employee organizations are urging the President to end the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, incoming House leadership unveils its new rules package without including rule which lets Congress reduce the number of employees an agency can have.
In today's Federal Newscast, incoming House leadership unveils its new rules package without including rule which lets Congress reduce the number of employees an agency can have.
In today's Federal Newscast, Health and Human Services issues voluntary cybersecurity practices for the healthcare industry.
In today's Federal Newscast, Health and Human Services issues voluntary cybersecurity practices for the healthcare industry.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies remind their employees, the same ethics rules and guidelines apply during a government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, agencies remind their employees, the same ethics rules and guidelines apply during a government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan says Congress needs to fund improvements to the agency's holding facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan says Congress needs to fund improvements to the agency's holding facilities.
In today's Federal Newscasts, the President lays out his latest set of demands from Democrats to end the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscasts, the President lays out his latest set of demands from Democrats to end the partial government shutdown.
In today's Federal Newscast, while some members of Congress are trying to make sure federal employees can get paid during a potential shutdown, don't expect every member to feel sorry for them.
In today's Federal Newscast, while some members of Congress are trying to make sure federal employees can get paid during a potential shutdown, don't expect every member to feel sorry for them.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security act establishes a council to come up with policies and processes for agencies to evaluate risks to the IT supply chain.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security act establishes a council to come up with policies and processes for agencies to evaluate risks to the IT supply chain.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service's Inspector General says USPS has more than a million square feet in excess real estate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service's Inspector General says USPS has more than a million square feet in excess real estate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Protective Service mismanaged its payroll and budget leading to excessive overtime and spending shortfalls.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Protective Service mismanaged its payroll and budget leading to excessive overtime and spending shortfalls.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing the cost of defending himself against "false" allegations, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke said he will be stepping down.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing the cost of defending himself against "false" allegations, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke said he will be stepping down.
In today's Federal Newscast, General Raymond Thomas III calls for a 90-day review amid a handful of ethics scandals.
In today's Federal Newscast, General Raymond Thomas III calls for a 90-day review amid a handful of ethics scandals.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Democrats say over 300,000 federal employees will be furloughed if Congress can't come to a deal on 7 remaining appropriation bills.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senate Democrats say over 300,000 federal employees will be furloughed if Congress can't come to a deal on 7 remaining appropriation bills.
In today's Federal Newscast, 11 agencies improved their grades, and for the first time no agency received an F on the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act or FITARA scorecard.
In today's Federal Newscast, 11 agencies improved their grades, and for the first time no agency received an F on the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act or FITARA scorecard.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection issues Accenture a partial stop work order to pause its nearly 300 million dollar contract to hire more border patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection issues Accenture a partial stop work order to pause its nearly 300 million dollar contract to hire more border patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD) is asking the Office of Special Counsel to rescind its recent memo prohibiting certain speech such as resist or impeachment.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD) is asking the Office of Special Counsel to rescind its recent memo prohibiting certain speech such as resist or impeachment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Inspector General says the Air Force missed certain steps that could have prevented last year's mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Inspector General says the Air Force missed certain steps that could have prevented last year's mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the RAND Corporation analyzes how military pay stacks up against civilian pay over the last 20 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the RAND Corporation analyzes how military pay stacks up against civilian pay over the last 20 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says Sgt. Ikaika Kang provided sensitive military documents and military equipment to who he thought were members of ISIS.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says Sgt. Ikaika Kang provided sensitive military documents and military equipment to who he thought were members of ISIS.
In today's Federal Newscast, officials with the Defense Department's Office of Inspector General say they’ve had much more success with a new alternative dispute resolution process.
In today's Federal Newscast, officials with the Defense Department's Office of Inspector General say they’ve had much more success with a new alternative dispute resolution process.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee bill would create stronger laws to prevent political appointees from becoming career federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee bill would create stronger laws to prevent political appointees from becoming career federal employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Integrated Digital Experience Act calls for digitizing government processes and establishing minimum standards for federal websites.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Integrated Digital Experience Act calls for digitizing government processes and establishing minimum standards for federal websites.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department is forced to change how it pays for veterans' education benefits after IT problems.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department is forced to change how it pays for veterans' education benefits after IT problems.
In today’s Federal Newscast, with the threat of a government shutdown looming, the National Treasury Employees Union is pleading with Congress to pass the seven remaining appropriations bills.
In today’s Federal Newscast, with the threat of a government shutdown looming, the National Treasury Employees Union is pleading with Congress to pass the seven remaining appropriations bills.
In today's Federal Newscast, after requests from Congress, the Government Accountability Office will look into how the Veterans Affairs Department developed its strategy for its electronic health record modernization program.
In today's Federal Newscast, after requests from Congress, the Government Accountability Office will look into how the Veterans Affairs Department developed its strategy for its electronic health record modernization program.
The Department of Veterans Affairs said it is realigning the health administration to comply with the president's reorganization executive order.
The Department of Veterans Affairs said it is realigning the health administration to comply with the president's reorganization executive order.
In today's Federal Newscast, there have been more than 200 cases of Federal Air Marshals misusing their firearms between 2005 and 2017.
In today's Federal Newscast, there have been more than 200 cases of Federal Air Marshals misusing their firearms between 2005 and 2017.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA receives its 8th consecutive clean financial audit opinion for fiscal year 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA receives its 8th consecutive clean financial audit opinion for fiscal year 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management gives federal agencies more guidance on how to comply with the White House's executive orders on union relations.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management gives federal agencies more guidance on how to comply with the White House's executive orders on union relations.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) say federal agencies aren’t proactively helping employees understand how or if they should pay taxes on moving expenses for their jobs.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) say federal agencies aren’t proactively helping employees understand how or if they should pay taxes on moving expenses for their jobs.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it avoided handing out more than $4.5 billion in improper payments under one of its signature programs in fiscal 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it avoided handing out more than $4.5 billion in improper payments under one of its signature programs in fiscal 2018.
In today’s Federal Newscast, in it’s annual report for 2018, the IRS’ Criminal Investigation division explains how it’s maintaining enforcement despite not having as many agents as it used to.
In today’s Federal Newscast, in it’s annual report for 2018, the IRS’ Criminal Investigation division explains how it’s maintaining enforcement despite not having as many agents as it used to.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service lost money for the 12th straight year, though a rate increase on stamps could help.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Postal Service lost money for the 12th straight year, though a rate increase on stamps could help.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management’s inspector general assesses what the agency had done to improve its cybersecurity controls since the 2014 data breach.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management’s inspector general assesses what the agency had done to improve its cybersecurity controls since the 2014 data breach.
In today’s Federal Newscast, thousands of veterans are waiting for the Veterans Affairs Department to pay their education benefits.
In today’s Federal Newscast, thousands of veterans are waiting for the Veterans Affairs Department to pay their education benefits.
Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said he is not concerned about the president's request that all agencies cut their budgets by 5 percent next year, adding that he does not think Congress will go along with it where VA is concerned.
Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said he is not concerned about the president's request that all agencies cut their budgets by 5 percent next year, adding that he does not think Congress will go along with it where VA is concerned.
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) is pushing the Defense Department for information on how it will fix derelict homes on several bases in Virginia. The inquiry comes after a report from Reuters that detailed serious hazards in military housing across the country
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) is pushing the Defense Department for information on how it will fix derelict homes on several bases in Virginia. The inquiry comes after a report from Reuters that detailed serious hazards in military housing across the country
An unprecedented federal and state collaboration to defend election systems against Russian interference ended this week with no obvious voting system compromises.
An unprecedented federal and state collaboration to defend election systems against Russian interference ended this week with no obvious voting system compromises.
In today's Federal Newscast, with Democrats retaking the House, it could have a big effect on federal workforce issues and committee oversight.
In today's Federal Newscast, with Democrats retaking the House, it could have a big effect on federal workforce issues and committee oversight.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the IRS sets the annual contribution limit for 401k style retirement plans and the Thrift Savings Plan for 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the IRS sets the annual contribution limit for 401k style retirement plans and the Thrift Savings Plan for 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the National Insider Threat Task Force introduces a new maturity framework to help teach agencies what makes a good program.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the National Insider Threat Task Force introduces a new maturity framework to help teach agencies what makes a good program.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union files a mass grievance against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, for keeping on a political appointee who admitted to making racially charged blog posts.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union files a mass grievance against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, for keeping on a political appointee who admitted to making racially charged blog posts.
In today's Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, federal employee unions are heading back to court to pursue their cases against the Office of Personnel Management over the agency's cyber breaches.
In today's Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, federal employee unions are heading back to court to pursue their cases against the Office of Personnel Management over the agency's cyber breaches.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of the Interior inspector general has referred one of their investigations into Secretary Ryan Zinke's actions to the Department of Justice for it to take over.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of the Interior inspector general has referred one of their investigations into Secretary Ryan Zinke's actions to the Department of Justice for it to take over.
In today’s Federal Newscast, USPS’ Inspector General finds the agency only saved $91 million in 2016 and 2017 after consolidating more than 200 facilities, well below it’s goal.
In today’s Federal Newscast, USPS’ Inspector General finds the agency only saved $91 million in 2016 and 2017 after consolidating more than 200 facilities, well below it’s goal.
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, the Office of Personnel Management is changing regulations on direct-hire authorities.
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, the Office of Personnel Management is changing regulations on direct-hire authorities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office assessed a bill which would give the Trump administration expedited authority to reorganize the federal government. The administration would need to report regularly to the Congress on the status, costs, and savings of any such reorganization and CBO would still need to prepare a financial analysis of any plan submitted to Congress under the bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office assessed a bill which would give the Trump administration expedited authority to reorganize the federal government. The administration would need to report regularly to the Congress on the status, costs, and savings of any such reorganization and CBO would still need to prepare a financial analysis of any plan submitted to Congress under the bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, Neil Chatterjee will take over as chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, after Kevin McIntyre announced he was stepping down due to a "health setback."
In today's Federal Newscast, Neil Chatterjee will take over as chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, after Kevin McIntyre announced he was stepping down due to a "health setback."
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is fixing a shortcoming of the acquisition oversight process by using artificial intelligence.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is fixing a shortcoming of the acquisition oversight process by using artificial intelligence.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 35 states and 136 different groups express interest in hosting the new locations for the Agriculture Department’s Economic Research Service and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture bureaus.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 35 states and 136 different groups express interest in hosting the new locations for the Agriculture Department’s Economic Research Service and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture bureaus.
In today’s Federal Newscast, former Navy commander Troy Amundson gets more than two years in prison for accepting gifts from the now infamous contractor Leonard Francis.
In today’s Federal Newscast, former Navy commander Troy Amundson gets more than two years in prison for accepting gifts from the now infamous contractor Leonard Francis.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the CFO Council and Bureau of the Fiscal Services creates a new playbook with information to help agencies reduce the risk of fraud.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the CFO Council and Bureau of the Fiscal Services creates a new playbook with information to help agencies reduce the risk of fraud.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the White House says its regulatory reform efforts saved $23 billion in fiscal 2018.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the White House says its regulatory reform efforts saved $23 billion in fiscal 2018.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Project on Government Oversight calls the move to replace Acting Interior Inspector General Mary Kendall with a political appointee “puzzling.”
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Project on Government Oversight calls the move to replace Acting Interior Inspector General Mary Kendall with a political appointee “puzzling.”
In today’s Federal Newscast, James Wolfe, who was the head of the security for the Senate Intelligence Committee for almost 30 years, pleads guilty to making false statements to the FBI about his interactions with a news organization.
In today’s Federal Newscast, James Wolfe, who was the head of the security for the Senate Intelligence Committee for almost 30 years, pleads guilty to making false statements to the FBI about his interactions with a news organization.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie appoints a new permanent director for the DC medical center.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie appoints a new permanent director for the DC medical center.
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, base officials are the describing the damage at Tyndall Air Force Base in the Florida panhandle as “catastrophic.”
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, base officials are the describing the damage at Tyndall Air Force Base in the Florida panhandle as “catastrophic.”
In today's Federal Newscast, the departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs sign an official joint statement, containing provisions to hold both agencies accountable during the project.
In today's Federal Newscast, the departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs sign an official joint statement, containing provisions to hold both agencies accountable during the project.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration announces starting this month, all federal domains ending in .gov or .fed will require the use of Google authenticator when logging in.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration announces starting this month, all federal domains ending in .gov or .fed will require the use of Google authenticator when logging in.
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, a new report from the Homeland Security Department says large agricultural operations face cyber threats like data theft, and even destruction of large-scale farm equipment.
In today’s Federal Newscast on the Federal News Network, a new report from the Homeland Security Department says large agricultural operations face cyber threats like data theft, and even destruction of large-scale farm equipment.
Federal responders and support units are keeping their eyes on Tropical Storm Michael that rapidly formed off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula over the weekend. The National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to gain hurricane status tonight and could become a dangerous Category 2 hurricane with an expected midweek strike on the Gulf Coast in the Florida Panhandle.
Federal responders and support units are keeping their eyes on Tropical Storm Michael that rapidly formed off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula over the weekend. The National Hurricane Center says the storm is expected to gain hurricane status tonight and could become a dangerous Category 2 hurricane with an expected midweek strike on the Gulf Coast in the Florida Panhandle.
The Voice of America announced Thursday it has fired or proposed to terminate more than half the members of its Hausa language service following an investigation that found the individuals had accepted improper payments from a foreign official in West Africa.
The Voice of America announced Thursday it has fired or proposed to terminate more than half the members of its Hausa language service following an investigation that found the individuals had accepted improper payments from a foreign official in West Africa.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson has questioned the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) method for reporting customer service satisfaction, calling it misleading.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson has questioned the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) method for reporting customer service satisfaction, calling it misleading.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the new rule revising progress payments and performance-based payment policies for defense contracts is said to have been released prematurely.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the new rule revising progress payments and performance-based payment policies for defense contracts is said to have been released prematurely.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office said the Postal Service's retiree health benefits fund has over $60 billion in unfunded liabilities.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office said the Postal Service's retiree health benefits fund has over $60 billion in unfunded liabilities.
The General Services Administration has hired Ad Hoc and Fearless to upgrade the search.gov platform. The platform supports nearly 2,000 search boxes on Federal websites, free of charge.
The General Services Administration has hired Ad Hoc and Fearless to upgrade the search.gov platform. The platform supports nearly 2,000 search boxes on Federal websites, free of charge.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee forwards the the Federal Information Systems Safeguards Act, which gives agency leaders the authority to prohibit certain websites.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee forwards the the Federal Information Systems Safeguards Act, which gives agency leaders the authority to prohibit certain websites.
In today's Federal Newscast, the SEA wants its members to think about their roles in leadership positions, and play an active part in quickly stopping harassment at their agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the SEA wants its members to think about their roles in leadership positions, and play an active part in quickly stopping harassment at their agencies.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Department of Housing and Urban Development becomes the second agency to get help in upgrading its technology and financial management systems under the White House’s marquee IT modernization effort.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Department of Housing and Urban Development becomes the second agency to get help in upgrading its technology and financial management systems under the White House’s marquee IT modernization effort.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the soldier detonated the device near Fort Polk in Lousiana, after which two investigators were severely injured analyzing the materials.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the soldier detonated the device near Fort Polk in Lousiana, after which two investigators were severely injured analyzing the materials.
In today’s Federal Newscast, six Democratic Senators ask the Justice Department’s Inspector General to look into how the General Services Administration came to its decision to leave the FBI headquarters in D.C.
In today’s Federal Newscast, six Democratic Senators ask the Justice Department’s Inspector General to look into how the General Services Administration came to its decision to leave the FBI headquarters in D.C.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 28 Senators sign on to a resolution to keep the U.S. Postal Service a federal entity.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 28 Senators sign on to a resolution to keep the U.S. Postal Service a federal entity.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department says the breach potentially exposed the personally identifiable information of about 1 percent of its employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department says the breach potentially exposed the personally identifiable information of about 1 percent of its employees.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson lays out plan to add 74 squadrons, but says they do not have specifics for what kind of aircraft it may need to buy.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson lays out plan to add 74 squadrons, but says they do not have specifics for what kind of aircraft it may need to buy.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Agriculture Department’s progress under the Centers of Excellence initiative can now be tracked through a new website.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Agriculture Department’s progress under the Centers of Excellence initiative can now be tracked through a new website.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs sent letters to 445 vendors alerting them about an upcoming review.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs sent letters to 445 vendors alerting them about an upcoming review.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, federal technology officials continue to wait to see if the Technology Modernization Fund will receive a second year of funding.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, federal technology officials continue to wait to see if the Technology Modernization Fund will receive a second year of funding.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration signs a 15-year lease for the Drug Enforcement Administration's new headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration signs a 15-year lease for the Drug Enforcement Administration's new headquarters.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton wants a joint session to analyze the legality of the Agriculture Department’s proposal to move the Economic Research Service and the National Institute for Food and Agriculture out of the nation’s capital by the end of 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton wants a joint session to analyze the legality of the Agriculture Department’s proposal to move the Economic Research Service and the National Institute for Food and Agriculture out of the nation’s capital by the end of 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Personnel Management says its starting this year’s CFC with more upgrades to the online donation system.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Personnel Management says its starting this year’s CFC with more upgrades to the online donation system.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new campaign from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency looks to develop new artificial intelligence technologies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new campaign from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency looks to develop new artificial intelligence technologies.
In today’s Federal Newscast, speaking to supporters last night, the President says he’s secured commitments from Congressional leaders to fund a border wall.
In today’s Federal Newscast, speaking to supporters last night, the President says he’s secured commitments from Congressional leaders to fund a border wall.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office report finds VHA has no rules or stipulations to ensure the equipment is properly processed after use.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office report finds VHA has no rules or stipulations to ensure the equipment is properly processed after use.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Pentagon says its moving the deadline of its Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure at the request of offerrers.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Pentagon says its moving the deadline of its Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure at the request of offerrers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department releases figures on employment vacancies at the agency as of June 30.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department releases figures on employment vacancies at the agency as of June 30.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency reviews how it handled a possible sonic attack on its embassy in Havana, Cuba.
In today's Federal Newscast, the agency reviews how it handled a possible sonic attack on its embassy in Havana, Cuba.
More than 200 former national security professionals want answers from the Office of Personnel Management and the Director of National Intelligence about how and why the U.S. Postal Service released the confidential national security questionnaire of congressional candidate Abigail Spanberger.
More than 200 former national security professionals want answers from the Office of Personnel Management and the Director of National Intelligence about how and why the U.S. Postal Service released the confidential national security questionnaire of congressional candidate Abigail Spanberger.
Four Democratic senators have introduce a bill that would crack down on wasteful spending by political appointees.
Four Democratic senators have introduce a bill that would crack down on wasteful spending by political appointees.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reminds service members that changes to the Defense Department's continuous evaluation program mean they need to be more careful about paying their bills on time.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reminds service members that changes to the Defense Department's continuous evaluation program mean they need to be more careful about paying their bills on time.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from Reuters shows over a thousand small children living in base housing had elevated levels of lead in blood tests.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from Reuters shows over a thousand small children living in base housing had elevated levels of lead in blood tests.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the U.S. Court of Appeals opens up the possibility for veterans to file suit collectively, instead of as individuals.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the U.S. Court of Appeals opens up the possibility for veterans to file suit collectively, instead of as individuals.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Senate passes a bill funding the Defense Department until the end of September 2019, giving it a total of $675 billion for next year.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Senate passes a bill funding the Defense Department until the end of September 2019, giving it a total of $675 billion for next year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Labor Relations Board says years of flat funding led to an imbalanced staff at N-L-R-B headquarters and its regional offices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Labor Relations Board says years of flat funding led to an imbalanced staff at N-L-R-B headquarters and its regional offices.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from the Veterans Affairs Department’s inspector general finds VBA improperly processed and denied some 1,300 military sexual trauma claims in 2017.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from the Veterans Affairs Department’s inspector general finds VBA improperly processed and denied some 1,300 military sexual trauma claims in 2017.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Mel Watt, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency is being accused of making unwanted advances towards a former employee who has now gone public with her claims.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Mel Watt, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency is being accused of making unwanted advances towards a former employee who has now gone public with her claims.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie rules unions can no longer use collective bargaining rights when negotiating issues tied to professional conduct and patient care by VA providers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie rules unions can no longer use collective bargaining rights when negotiating issues tied to professional conduct and patient care by VA providers.
In today’s Federal Newscast, The Government Publishing Offices takes another stab at finding a vendor to print and mail 2020 census forms.
In today’s Federal Newscast, The Government Publishing Offices takes another stab at finding a vendor to print and mail 2020 census forms.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from Senator Claire McCaskill's (D-MO) office says the Trump administration's fiscal 2019 budget plan would substantially cut five Inspectors General office's budgets and give nine IG offices less than what they outlined in their budget requests.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from Senator Claire McCaskill's (D-MO) office says the Trump administration's fiscal 2019 budget plan would substantially cut five Inspectors General office's budgets and give nine IG offices less than what they outlined in their budget requests.
In today's Federal Newscast, following an inspector general report showing most of the Homeland Security Department's nondisclosure agreements do not comply with federal whistleblower laws, congressional overseers worry about how NDA's are used at other agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, following an inspector general report showing most of the Homeland Security Department's nondisclosure agreements do not comply with federal whistleblower laws, congressional overseers worry about how NDA's are used at other agencies.
The new Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said several new people will be taking top-level leadership positions at the agency shortly. Pamela Powers will be the department's new chief of staff, Chris Syrek will be VA's deputy chief of staff, and Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd will be the acting assistant secretary for human resources and administration, replacing Peter Shelby, who left VA earlier this summer.
The new Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said several new people will be taking top-level leadership positions at the agency shortly. Pamela Powers will be the department's new chief of staff, Chris Syrek will be VA's deputy chief of staff, and Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd will be the acting assistant secretary for human resources and administration, replacing Peter Shelby, who left VA earlier this summer.
The new Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said several new people will be taking top-level leadership positions at the agency shortly. Pamela Powers will be the department's new chief of staff, Chris Syrek will be VA's deputy chief of staff, and Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd will be the acting assistant secretary for human resources and administration, replacing Peter Shelby, who left VA earlier this summer.
The new Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie said several new people will be taking top-level leadership positions at the agency shortly. Pamela Powers will be the department's new chief of staff, Chris Syrek will be VA's deputy chief of staff, and Jacquelyn Hayes-Byrd will be the acting assistant secretary for human resources and administration, replacing Peter Shelby, who left VA earlier this summer.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is encouraging agencies to let Washington-area employees use telework and other workplace flexibilities for the next two weeks during Metro’s major track work.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management is encouraging agencies to let Washington-area employees use telework and other workplace flexibilities for the next two weeks during Metro’s major track work.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon officially announces its plans to establish a sixth branch of the military focused on space.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon officially announces its plans to establish a sixth branch of the military focused on space.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says Customs and Border Protection is not factoring in certain factors when determining the cost for the proposed wall at the U.S. southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says Customs and Border Protection is not factoring in certain factors when determining the cost for the proposed wall at the U.S. southern border.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interagency Suspension and and Debarment Committee's latest report to Congress shows fewer federal contractors were punished in fiscal 2017.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Interagency Suspension and and Debarment Committee's latest report to Congress shows fewer federal contractors were punished in fiscal 2017.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Ronald Vitello will be nominated as the new permanent director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Ronald Vitello will be nominated as the new permanent director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from the Homeland Security Department’s Inspector General highlights FEMA’s workforce issues during disaster deployments.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report from the Homeland Security Department’s Inspector General highlights FEMA’s workforce issues during disaster deployments.
In today’s Federal Newscast, an amendment in the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act calls for investigating whether military or defense leaders found guilty of sexual assault or harassment should retain their security clearances.
In today’s Federal Newscast, an amendment in the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act calls for investigating whether military or defense leaders found guilty of sexual assault or harassment should retain their security clearances.
In today's Federal Newscast, new analysis shows significant regulatory activity has fallen 74% since the new team took office.
In today's Federal Newscast, new analysis shows significant regulatory activity has fallen 74% since the new team took office.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Veterans Affairs field examiner was hoping to steal nearly $700 thousand from a disabled veteran.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Veterans Affairs field examiner was hoping to steal nearly $700 thousand from a disabled veteran.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Postal Service’s inspector general says adults between the ages of 18 and 34 received significantly less mail in 2017 than the year before.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Postal Service’s inspector general says adults between the ages of 18 and 34 received significantly less mail in 2017 than the year before.
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To listen to the Federal Newscast on your phone or mobile device, subscribe on PodcastOne or Apple Podcasts. The best listening experience on desktop can be found using Chrome, Firefox or Safari.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act clears the House, bringing servicemembers one step closer to a pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act clears the House, bringing servicemembers one step closer to a pay raise.
In today's Federal Newscast, a newly passed House bill would reform the way the Veterans Affairs Department hires human resources people.
In today's Federal Newscast, a newly passed House bill would reform the way the Veterans Affairs Department hires human resources people.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the House and Senate could not agree on a provision in the 2019 defense authorization bill calling for $40,000 Voluntary Separation Incentive Payments for federal employees.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the House and Senate could not agree on a provision in the 2019 defense authorization bill calling for $40,000 Voluntary Separation Incentive Payments for federal employees.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says only 15 out of 53 agencies met DATA Act requirements for complete, timely, and accurate spending data reports.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office says only 15 out of 53 agencies met DATA Act requirements for complete, timely, and accurate spending data reports.
In today's Federal Newscast, the President names Tamara Bonzanto to take over as the new assistant secretary for the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the President names Tamara Bonzanto to take over as the new assistant secretary for the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection at the Veterans Affairs Department.
A House bill has been passed out of committee to give agency heads the power to restrict employee access to certain websites, including Facebook and personal emails. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Ala.) said his bill will improve cybersecurity and cut down on information leaks.
A House bill has been passed out of committee to give agency heads the power to restrict employee access to certain websites, including Facebook and personal emails. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Ala.) said his bill will improve cybersecurity and cut down on information leaks.
House lawmakers have offered competing bills on the future of a proposal to allow the U.S. Postal Service to allow banking and other financial services.
House lawmakers have offered competing bills on the future of a proposal to allow the U.S. Postal Service to allow banking and other financial services.
FBI employees have reported a sharp drop in their confidence in Director Christopher Wray and his senior leaders. The findings undercut President Trump's claim that the FBI was in turmoil and its agents had lost confidence in James Comey before the president fired him.
FBI employees have reported a sharp drop in their confidence in Director Christopher Wray and his senior leaders. The findings undercut President Trump's claim that the FBI was in turmoil and its agents had lost confidence in James Comey before the president fired him.
Defense industry trade groups are urging the House and Senate armd services committee to reform laws needed to speed up the background checks for mission-critical federal jobs and contractors.
Defense industry trade groups are urging the House and Senate armd services committee to reform laws needed to speed up the background checks for mission-critical federal jobs and contractors.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has been urged to stem the rise in veteran suicides by streamlining the hiring of mental health professionals.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has been urged to stem the rise in veteran suicides by streamlining the hiring of mental health professionals.
The Senate has confirmed Emory Rounds as the new director of the Office of Government Ethics. Rounds has been at Ethics since 2009, and his nomination was a pleasant surprise for ethics experts because of the high profile clashes the office has had with President Trump.
The Senate has confirmed Emory Rounds as the new director of the Office of Government Ethics. Rounds has been at Ethics since 2009, and his nomination was a pleasant surprise for ethics experts because of the high profile clashes the office has had with President Trump.
The Senate has announced long-awaited hearings for three nominees to the Merit System Protection Board. The agency that handles appeals from the Civil Service Commission has lack a quorum to do business for more than 18 months.
The Senate has announced long-awaited hearings for three nominees to the Merit System Protection Board. The agency that handles appeals from the Civil Service Commission has lack a quorum to do business for more than 18 months.
House Democrats are increasing their pressure on President Donald Trump to rescind his recent executive orders on official time and collective bargaining.
House Democrats are increasing their pressure on President Donald Trump to rescind his recent executive orders on official time and collective bargaining.
In today's Federal Newscast, Todd Owen, the Customs and Border Protection executive assistant commissioner in its Field Operations Office, said CBP rarely separates immigrant families at ports of entry.
In today's Federal Newscast, Todd Owen, the Customs and Border Protection executive assistant commissioner in its Field Operations Office, said CBP rarely separates immigrant families at ports of entry.
In today’s Federal Newscast, almost three dozen former military officers and officials say the ban undermines national security.
In today’s Federal Newscast, almost three dozen former military officers and officials say the ban undermines national security.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to an assessment of its own workforce, nearly have of senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration are eligible to retire in the next two years.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to an assessment of its own workforce, nearly have of senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration are eligible to retire in the next two years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Department is letting a “limited number” of young veterans and military reservists who’ve obtained the military equivalent of a commercial drivers license operate commercial trucks on domestic highways.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Transportation Department is letting a “limited number” of young veterans and military reservists who’ve obtained the military equivalent of a commercial drivers license operate commercial trucks on domestic highways.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a DMV Congresswoman introduces legislation to make sure federal employees get at least up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a DMV Congresswoman introduces legislation to make sure federal employees get at least up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the State Department plans to spend almost a billion dollars to modernize four key services under the Bureau of Consular Affairs.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the State Department plans to spend almost a billion dollars to modernize four key services under the Bureau of Consular Affairs.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Raphael Sanchez, former chief counsel for Immigration and Custom Enforcement’s Office of Principal Legal Advisor used the identities of undocumented immigrants to open fraudulent lines of credit.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Raphael Sanchez, former chief counsel for Immigration and Custom Enforcement’s Office of Principal Legal Advisor used the identities of undocumented immigrants to open fraudulent lines of credit.
Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-Va.) has offered legislation to give federal employees up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child.
Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-Va.) has offered legislation to give federal employees up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson reported that changes in the new tax law will create hurdles for IRS in preparing for next filing season.
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson reported that changes in the new tax law will create hurdles for IRS in preparing for next filing season.
In today's Federal Newscast, women still only make up a fraction of federal law enforcement officials. The Justice Department's Office of Inspector General says it found women accounted for only 16 percent of criminal investigators in DOJ’s law enforcement components and were more likely to be passed up for promotions in their agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, women still only make up a fraction of federal law enforcement officials. The Justice Department's Office of Inspector General says it found women accounted for only 16 percent of criminal investigators in DOJ’s law enforcement components and were more likely to be passed up for promotions in their agencies.
In its 2019 proposal, the House Budget Committee wants federal employees to contribute more toward a defined benefit retirement plan. And, it again seeks to end the special Social Security supplement for federal workers who retire before age 62.
In its 2019 proposal, the House Budget Committee wants federal employees to contribute more toward a defined benefit retirement plan. And, it again seeks to end the special Social Security supplement for federal workers who retire before age 62.
Three more Senate Democrats have added their voices to leaders of government worker unions in opposing President Trump's recent worforce executve orders. Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND), and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) wrote to the president saying they're willing to work with the executive branch to modernize the federal workforce, but they say those orders threaten attempts to build better labor management relationships. At least two unions have filed suit to stop the president's actions.
Three more Senate Democrats have added their voices to leaders of government worker unions in opposing President Trump's recent worforce executve orders. Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND), and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) wrote to the president saying they're willing to work with the executive branch to modernize the federal workforce, but they say those orders threaten attempts to build better labor management relationships. At least two unions have filed suit to stop the president's actions.
All hope is not lost for federal civilian employees looking for a pay raise in 2019. The Senate Appropriations Committee has cleared the Financial Services and General Government bill with a recommendation an increase in pay by 1.9 percent next fiscal year.
All hope is not lost for federal civilian employees looking for a pay raise in 2019. The Senate Appropriations Committee has cleared the Financial Services and General Government bill with a recommendation an increase in pay by 1.9 percent next fiscal year.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 30 veterans service organizations ask Senate and House Veterans Affairs leadership to help secure specific funding for the VA MISSION Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, over 30 veterans service organizations ask Senate and House Veterans Affairs leadership to help secure specific funding for the VA MISSION Act.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, 45 Democratic Senators write to President Trump to express their concern with the White House’s recent trio of federal workforce executive orders on employee accountability, official time, and collective bargaining.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, 45 Democratic Senators write to President Trump to express their concern with the White House’s recent trio of federal workforce executive orders on employee accountability, official time, and collective bargaining.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission highlights the trouble federal agencies are having recruiting and hiring women to law enforcement positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new study by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission highlights the trouble federal agencies are having recruiting and hiring women to law enforcement positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, a whistleblower and the Office of Special Counsel say inspectors with the Federal Aviation Administration cleared planes for take off even though they did not have all of the needed safety information.
In today's Federal Newscast, a whistleblower and the Office of Special Counsel say inspectors with the Federal Aviation Administration cleared planes for take off even though they did not have all of the needed safety information.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Acquisition Regulation Council created a new rule to enforce the Homeland Security Department's ban on the Russian cybersecurity company.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Federal Acquisition Regulation Council created a new rule to enforce the Homeland Security Department's ban on the Russian cybersecurity company.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department publishes the ratings of its 130 community living centers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department publishes the ratings of its 130 community living centers.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Interior Department's inspector general reported at least two of the nation's largest hydropower dams face a high cyber risk from insider threats.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Interior Department's inspector general reported at least two of the nation's largest hydropower dams face a high cyber risk from insider threats.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats continued their campaign to oust Environmental Protection Agency administrator Scott Pruitt. This time, Pruitt is the target of a report that suggests he purposely delayed the release of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) documents.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democrats continued their campaign to oust Environmental Protection Agency administrator Scott Pruitt. This time, Pruitt is the target of a report that suggests he purposely delayed the release of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) documents.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson reports low-income Americans are still being targeted by private debt collectors hired by the IRS, despite her year-old recommendation to stop the practice.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson reports low-income Americans are still being targeted by private debt collectors hired by the IRS, despite her year-old recommendation to stop the practice.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, former Defense Secretary Ash Carter calls the idea of a separate branch of the military devoted to space is a bad idea. Carter says creating a space force would make the domain even more separated from the military branches than it is now. “We need to head in the direction of integration, he said speaking at Mitre’s 2018 Space Computing and Connected Enterprise Resiliency Conference in Massachusetts. The Defense Department under Carter tried to do that with the creation of the Joint Interagency Combined Space Operations Center, which is now called the National Defense Space Center.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, former Defense Secretary Ash Carter calls the idea of a separate branch of the military devoted to space is a bad idea. Carter says creating a space force would make the domain even more separated from the military branches than it is now. “We need to head in the direction of integration, he said speaking at Mitre’s 2018 Space Computing and Connected Enterprise Resiliency Conference in Massachusetts. The Defense Department under Carter tried to do that with the creation of the Joint Interagency Combined Space Operations Center, which is now called the National Defense Space Center.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a bill out of the Senate would require all open recommendations from agency inspectors general that are over a year old to posted to a searchable website.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, after winning the four remaining protests holding up the multiple award IT services governmentwide contract, the General Services Administration says agencies will soon be able to order IT services from the more than 60 vendors.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a bill out of the Senate would require all open recommendations from agency inspectors general that are over a year old to posted to a searchable website.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, after winning the four remaining protests holding up the multiple award IT services governmentwide contract, the General Services Administration says agencies will soon be able to order IT services from the more than 60 vendors.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Justice Department says a former Defense Intelligence Officer received at least $800,000 to act as an agent for the Chinese government.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Justice Department says a former Defense Intelligence Officer received at least $800,000 to act as an agent for the Chinese government.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management releases guidance to help employees convert volunteer hours into credit for the CFC.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management releases guidance to help employees convert volunteer hours into credit for the CFC.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Air Force updates its Stripes for Exceptional Performers Program used to promote those who show potential.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Air Force updates its Stripes for Exceptional Performers Program used to promote those who show potential.
In today's Federal Newscast, 18 Democratic Senators ask National Security adviser John Bolton to reconsider his decision to absorb the White House cybersecurity coordinator role into other existing positions
In today's Federal Newscast, 18 Democratic Senators ask National Security adviser John Bolton to reconsider his decision to absorb the White House cybersecurity coordinator role into other existing positions
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office reviewed how much money the government would save if Congress implements the White House's new proposals for the federal retirement system.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office reviewed how much money the government would save if Congress implements the White House's new proposals for the federal retirement system.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force said it could recall as many as 1,000 retirees to active duty as it aims to reduce its growing deficit of pilots.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force said it could recall as many as 1,000 retirees to active duty as it aims to reduce its growing deficit of pilots.
In today's Federal Newscast, the president of the Nation Border Patrol Council tells the LA Times deploying the National Guard to the U.S. southern border has been a waste of time this go around.
In today's Federal Newscast, the president of the Nation Border Patrol Council tells the LA Times deploying the National Guard to the U.S. southern border has been a waste of time this go around.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new proposal rolls back what the White House deems over-regulation of the commercial space launch industry.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new proposal rolls back what the White House deems over-regulation of the commercial space launch industry.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, bipartisan legislation in the Senate would shorten the deadline for the Defense department to pay defense contractors who work with small businesses.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, bipartisan legislation in the Senate would shorten the deadline for the Defense department to pay defense contractors who work with small businesses.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee releases the expanded Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act report card today, five agencies saw their grades go up, 11 saw them go down.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee releases the expanded Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act report card today, five agencies saw their grades go up, 11 saw them go down.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Air Force has started to move some of its pilots back to the U.S. as part of an effort to reduce the strain on those servicemembers and their families.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Air Force has started to move some of its pilots back to the U.S. as part of an effort to reduce the strain on those servicemembers and their families.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, following a request from Congressional regulators, the State Department’s Inspector General is looking into whether personnel moves at the agency were politically motivated.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, following a request from Congressional regulators, the State Department’s Inspector General is looking into whether personnel moves at the agency were politically motivated.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Pentagon’s inspector general finds the Defense Department routinely reimbursed contractors for the expenses they claimed without examining their supporting documentation.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Pentagon’s inspector general finds the Defense Department routinely reimbursed contractors for the expenses they claimed without examining their supporting documentation.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House passes the VA MISSION Act which would give the Veterans Affairs Department a long awaited alternative to the Choice program and consolidates all seven community care programs.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House passes the VA MISSION Act which would give the Veterans Affairs Department a long awaited alternative to the Choice program and consolidates all seven community care programs.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, wary of another last-minute budget deal, seven Republican Senators ask Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to expedite floor consideration of funding bills and nominees before the end of the fiscal year.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, wary of another last-minute budget deal, seven Republican Senators ask Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to expedite floor consideration of funding bills and nominees before the end of the fiscal year.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Federal Risk Authorization and Management Program and the Cloud Security Alliance announce the creation of FedSTAR to offer mutual recognition between the two security programs.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Federal Risk Authorization and Management Program and the Cloud Security Alliance announce the creation of FedSTAR to offer mutual recognition between the two security programs.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a rule allowing Veterans Affairs providers to administer healthcare across state lines using virtual technology becomes finalized.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a rule allowing Veterans Affairs providers to administer healthcare across state lines using virtual technology becomes finalized.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office finds 75 percent of of the Defense Department’s IDIQ type contracts were only open to a single contractor.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office finds 75 percent of of the Defense Department’s IDIQ type contracts were only open to a single contractor.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Armed Services Committee kills a proposal aimed at exposing more details about government officials’ travel on military aircraft.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Armed Services Committee kills a proposal aimed at exposing more details about government officials’ travel on military aircraft.
In today’s Federal Newscast, officials from the Homeland Security Department tell lawmakers the agency is working across government to figure out consequences for not following the binding operational directive.
In today’s Federal Newscast, officials from the Homeland Security Department tell lawmakers the agency is working across government to figure out consequences for not following the binding operational directive.
In today’s Federal Newscast, President Trump asks Congress for permission to reduce spending by $15 billion, all coming from unobligated funds.
In today’s Federal Newscast, President Trump asks Congress for permission to reduce spending by $15 billion, all coming from unobligated funds.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a policy update from USPS emphasizes its preference for so-called clustered box units in new housing developments, instead of door-to-door.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a policy update from USPS emphasizes its preference for so-called clustered box units in new housing developments, instead of door-to-door.
In today’s Federal Newscast, responding to a Freedom of Information Act request, the Office of Management and Budget was unable to locate the hundreds of thousands of public comments and recommendations for its reorganization plan.
In today’s Federal Newscast, responding to a Freedom of Information Act request, the Office of Management and Budget was unable to locate the hundreds of thousands of public comments and recommendations for its reorganization plan.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Energy Department's Inspector General finds the agency's Chief Financial Officer moved too much money over to the Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability account.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Special Counsel found that FCC Commissioner Michael O'Reilly violated the Hatch Act stumping for conservative candidates during a speech.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Energy Department's Inspector General finds the agency's Chief Financial Officer moved too much money over to the Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability account.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Special Counsel found that FCC Commissioner Michael O'Reilly violated the Hatch Act stumping for conservative candidates during a speech.
In today’s Federal Newscast, two organizations are suing the Veterans Affairs Department over the White House’s decision to appoint defense undersecretary Robert Wilkie to be acting VA secretary.
In today’s Federal Newscast, two organizations are suing the Veterans Affairs Department over the White House’s decision to appoint defense undersecretary Robert Wilkie to be acting VA secretary.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, acting Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie urges Congress to take action to permanently fund the Veterans Choice program.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, acting Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie urges Congress to take action to permanently fund the Veterans Choice program.
In today’s Federal Newscast, conservative lawmakers have proposed eliminating all automatic pay raises for federal employees, while creating a workforce that can be removed, demoted or suspended “at will.”
In today’s Federal Newscast, conservative lawmakers have proposed eliminating all automatic pay raises for federal employees, while creating a workforce that can be removed, demoted or suspended “at will.”
In today's Federal Newscast, recently-released documents indicated more than 200 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employees have been arrested on charges related to corruption in the past 14 years. At least 13 of those arrests have come since the start of the Trump Administration.
In today's Federal Newscast, recently-released documents indicated more than 200 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employees have been arrested on charges related to corruption in the past 14 years. At least 13 of those arrests have come since the start of the Trump Administration.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democratic leaders on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee want to subpoena documents the Justice and Homeland Security departments have failed to supply related to possible violations involving whistleblowers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Democratic leaders on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee want to subpoena documents the Justice and Homeland Security departments have failed to supply related to possible violations involving whistleblowers.
The director of the Office of Personnel Management said he wants to restore the importance of the Chief Human Capital Officers Council. Jeff Pon has asked agency and department heads to put very senior level representatives on the council that strategizes human resource policy for government employees.
The director of the Office of Personnel Management said he wants to restore the importance of the Chief Human Capital Officers Council. Jeff Pon has asked agency and department heads to put very senior level representatives on the council that strategizes human resource policy for government employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Senate lawmaker has proposed legislation that would seek to move all non-security federal agencies out of the Washington, D.C. area by 2029.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Senate lawmaker has proposed legislation that would seek to move all non-security federal agencies out of the Washington, D.C. area by 2029.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Justice Department settles a lawsuit that alleges Armstrong violated sponsorship agreements his cycling team had with USPS.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Justice Department settles a lawsuit that alleges Armstrong violated sponsorship agreements his cycling team had with USPS.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations and Environment Lucian Niemeyer tells members of Congress about the effect 6 years of sequestration had on military buildings.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations and Environment Lucian Niemeyer tells members of Congress about the effect 6 years of sequestration had on military buildings.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the National Space Council, led by Vice President Mike Pence, will recommend giving Commerce the task of maintaining space situational awareness to be shared with civil, commercial and military users of satellites.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the National Space Council, led by Vice President Mike Pence, will recommend giving Commerce the task of maintaining space situational awareness to be shared with civil, commercial and military users of satellites.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Department will be sending up to 4,000 troops to U.S.-Mexico border to assist the Homeland Security Department.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Department will be sending up to 4,000 troops to U.S.-Mexico border to assist the Homeland Security Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's research and engineering chief says the office's creation to counter advancements made in the field by U.S. adversaries.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's research and engineering chief says the office's creation to counter advancements made in the field by U.S. adversaries.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new executive order assembles a team to look into how USPS prices its package delivery services.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new executive order assembles a team to look into how USPS prices its package delivery services.
In today’s Federal Newscast, after media reports said the Interior Secretary made dismissive comments about workforce diversity, 28 members of Congress send a letter to Ryan Zinke asking he rethink them.
In today’s Federal Newscast, after media reports said the Interior Secretary made dismissive comments about workforce diversity, 28 members of Congress send a letter to Ryan Zinke asking he rethink them.
In today’s Federal Newscast, after spending 2017 with low budgets, the head of the Coast Guard says his service is now punching at the middleweight class.
In today’s Federal Newscast, after spending 2017 with low budgets, the head of the Coast Guard says his service is now punching at the middleweight class.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, President Donald Trump presided over the signing of the “One Federal Decision” memorandum of understanding, in which seven of his cabinet secretaries took part.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, President Donald Trump presided over the signing of the “One Federal Decision” memorandum of understanding, in which seven of his cabinet secretaries took part.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office says it’s launching its new electronic bid protest docketing system May 1.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Government Accountability Office says it’s launching its new electronic bid protest docketing system May 1.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Veterans Affairs Department puts out a news release, denying any internal plans to move towards privatization.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Veterans Affairs Department puts out a news release, denying any internal plans to move towards privatization.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, over 3,100 employees send a letter to Google CEO Sundar Pichai asking he cancel a Defense Department pilot program which uses the company’s technology.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, over 3,100 employees send a letter to Google CEO Sundar Pichai asking he cancel a Defense Department pilot program which uses the company’s technology.
In today's Federal Newscast, AMVETS is urging President Donald Trump to put Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Tom Bowman in charge while his choice for the position awaits Senate confirmation.
In today's Federal Newscast, AMVETS is urging President Donald Trump to put Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Tom Bowman in charge while his choice for the position awaits Senate confirmation.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, while Congress has adjusted spending caps to allow increases in spending, the Congressional Budget Office warns agencies will have to make cuts again if the caps aren’t adjusted beyond 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, while Congress has adjusted spending caps to allow increases in spending, the Congressional Budget Office warns agencies will have to make cuts again if the caps aren’t adjusted beyond 2019.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new Inspector General report finds a chief counsel in Veterans Affairs’ Office of General Counsel hatched a scheme to get his wife a job in one of the teams he managed.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new Inspector General report finds a chief counsel in Veterans Affairs’ Office of General Counsel hatched a scheme to get his wife a job in one of the teams he managed.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, President Trump signs the EGO Act into law, banning federal funds from being used for oil paintings of federal officials.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, President Trump signs the EGO Act into law, banning federal funds from being used for oil paintings of federal officials.
In today's Federal Newscast, oversight lawmakers want the Government Accountability Office to look into Interior's decision to reassign 33 executives.
In today's Federal Newscast, oversight lawmakers want the Government Accountability Office to look into Interior's decision to reassign 33 executives.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the space agency says it’s hiring new flight directors and you don’t necessarily need previous experience to apply.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the space agency says it’s hiring new flight directors and you don’t necessarily need previous experience to apply.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a new inspector general report finds managers at the Veterans Affairs Department are not reviewing background investigations in a timely manner.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a new inspector general report finds managers at the Veterans Affairs Department are not reviewing background investigations in a timely manner.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the leaders of both Congressional oversight committees are not satisfied with the data on official time NASA provided.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the leaders of both Congressional oversight committees are not satisfied with the data on official time NASA provided.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee Kevin Brady (R-TX) says there will be a bill next month to begin restructuring the IRS.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee Kevin Brady (R-TX) says there will be a bill next month to begin restructuring the IRS.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Representative Mark Sanford (R-SC) says the public should be able to see how much federal employees earn from performance bonuses.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Representative Mark Sanford (R-SC) says the public should be able to see how much federal employees earn from performance bonuses.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, three years after the Office of Personnel’s data breach, members of the House Oversight Committee say the agency still hasn’t done much to modernize its IT.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, three years after the Office of Personnel’s data breach, members of the House Oversight Committee say the agency still hasn’t done much to modernize its IT.
In today's Federal Newscast, three lawmakers want legislation to overturn a 2013 court decision which prevents some defense department employees from appealing to the Merit Systems Protection Board.
In today's Federal Newscast, three lawmakers want legislation to overturn a 2013 court decision which prevents some defense department employees from appealing to the Merit Systems Protection Board.
In today’s Federal Newscast, CACI International makes an offer to buy IT contractor CSRA after it had already agreed to a deal with General Dynamics.
In today’s Federal Newscast, CACI International makes an offer to buy IT contractor CSRA after it had already agreed to a deal with General Dynamics.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Department says malicious hackers managed to steal the credit card numbers of several hundred people who’d been issued government travel cards.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Department says malicious hackers managed to steal the credit card numbers of several hundred people who’d been issued government travel cards.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Senator and 2016 presidential candidate Bernie Sanders wants to know what Defense Secretary James Mattis is doing to address Pentagon waste and high contractor pay.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Senator and 2016 presidential candidate Bernie Sanders wants to know what Defense Secretary James Mattis is doing to address Pentagon waste and high contractor pay.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Senator John McCain (R-AZ) says Gina Haspell will have to explain her involvement in the CIA’s enhanced interrogation program before he’ll vote for her confirmation.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Senator John McCain (R-AZ) says Gina Haspell will have to explain her involvement in the CIA’s enhanced interrogation program before he’ll vote for her confirmation.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office polled nine acting inspectors general and their staffs to find out how operations are effected by not having a permanent IG in place.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office polled nine acting inspectors general and their staffs to find out how operations are effected by not having a permanent IG in place.
In today’s Federal Newscast, three agencies are working on a spacecraft that could destroy an asteroid with a nuclear weapon.
In today’s Federal Newscast, three agencies are working on a spacecraft that could destroy an asteroid with a nuclear weapon.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 24 agencies plan to consolidate their office space in the coming years according to the Government Accountability Office.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 24 agencies plan to consolidate their office space in the coming years according to the Government Accountability Office.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Special Counsel updates its its guidance regarding when federal employees’ use of social media violates the Hatch Act.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the Office of Special Counsel updates its its guidance regarding when federal employees’ use of social media violates the Hatch Act.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 18 members of the NBIB will travel to Hill Air Force Base in March to help with the backlog of pending security clearances.
In today’s Federal Newscast, 18 members of the NBIB will travel to Hill Air Force Base in March to help with the backlog of pending security clearances.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee would like Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to explain why he decided to nix an idea to have the Postal Service work with the Census Bureau.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee would like Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to explain why he decided to nix an idea to have the Postal Service work with the Census Bureau.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new policy from the National Science Foundation will require grant recipients to report the findings of any sexual harassment investigation against a researcher.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new policy from the National Science Foundation will require grant recipients to report the findings of any sexual harassment investigation against a researcher.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Rep. Ted Budd's (R-N.C.) Essential Act of 2018 would require agencies to submit a list of all employees deemed non-essential during a government shutdown to the Office of Management and Budget.
In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, Rep. Ted Budd's (R-N.C.) Essential Act of 2018 would require agencies to submit a list of all employees deemed non-essential during a government shutdown to the Office of Management and Budget.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a botched email compromises the personal information of thousands of Marines, sailors and civilians, including bank account numbers.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, a botched email compromises the personal information of thousands of Marines, sailors and civilians, including bank account numbers.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the USAJobs.gov website is among the first citizen facing sites to use the new Login.gov identity management service.
In today’s Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the USAJobs.gov website is among the first citizen facing sites to use the new Login.gov identity management service.
In today’s Federal Newscast from Federal News Radio, the Office of Management and Budget’s annual draft report to Congress on the costs and benefits of federal regulations finds the benefits outweigh the costs.
In today’s Federal Newscast from Federal News Radio, the Office of Management and Budget’s annual draft report to Congress on the costs and benefits of federal regulations finds the benefits outweigh the costs.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Navy is hoping to encourage and reward sailors who extend deployments in Japan, Guam, and Spain.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Navy is hoping to encourage and reward sailors who extend deployments in Japan, Guam, and Spain.
In today's Federal Newscast, law enforcement agencies are watching the gun debates ... wondering how they'll carry out possible new regulations.
In today's Federal Newscast, law enforcement agencies are watching the gun debates ... wondering how they'll carry out possible new regulations.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Navy will need several more months to finish its migration to Windows 10.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Navy will need several more months to finish its migration to Windows 10.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Attorney General Jeff Sessions is forming a Cyber-Digital Task Force to make recommendations on policy and process changes across the Justice Department.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Attorney General Jeff Sessions is forming a Cyber-Digital Task Force to make recommendations on policy and process changes across the Justice Department.
In today’s Federal Newscast, despite facing recent scrutiny, some veterans organizations still feel Dr. David Shulkin is the best person to run the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today’s Federal Newscast, despite facing recent scrutiny, some veterans organizations still feel Dr. David Shulkin is the best person to run the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today’s Federal Newscast from Federal News Radio, the Office of Personnel Management tells agencies they may need to be flexible when applying retroactive pay for federal employees during the most recent government shutdown.
In today’s Federal Newscast from Federal News Radio, the Office of Personnel Management tells agencies they may need to be flexible when applying retroactive pay for federal employees during the most recent government shutdown.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Energy Department is elevating its efforts to oversee and respond to cyber threats against the nation’s critical infrastructure.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Energy Department is elevating its efforts to oversee and respond to cyber threats against the nation’s critical infrastructure.
In today’s Federal Newscast, in the wake of a report which says corruption is getting worse, Acting Director of the Office of Government Ethics reminds federal employees about the oath they take to perform their duties.
In today’s Federal Newscast, in the wake of a report which says corruption is getting worse, Acting Director of the Office of Government Ethics reminds federal employees about the oath they take to perform their duties.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Russian based federal contractor says the provision in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act banning it from federal networks is unconstitutional.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Russian based federal contractor says the provision in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act banning it from federal networks is unconstitutional.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Trump administration’s plan for NASA emphasizes commercial services to support U.S. space objectives.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Trump administration’s plan for NASA emphasizes commercial services to support U.S. space objectives.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Democratic lawmakers are worried the President’s desired military parade would cost too much money.
In today’s Federal Newscast, Democratic lawmakers are worried the President’s desired military parade would cost too much money.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management releases the first Quadrennial Federal Workforce Priorities Report.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management releases the first Quadrennial Federal Workforce Priorities Report.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report for the Government Accountability Office critiques the Homeland Security Department’s implementation of the Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act.
In today’s Federal Newscast, a new report for the Government Accountability Office critiques the Homeland Security Department’s implementation of the Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to make sure Congressional members use their own money to settle with harassment victims passes the House unanimously.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to make sure Congressional members use their own money to settle with harassment victims passes the House unanimously.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Security Service says it’s considering whether or not to provide guidance on asking about cryptocurrency ownership during the clearance process.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Defense Security Service says it’s considering whether or not to provide guidance on asking about cryptocurrency ownership during the clearance process.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management produces a series of templates to help agencies make requests for recruitment, retention, and relocation incentives more easily.
In today’s Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management produces a series of templates to help agencies make requests for recruitment, retention, and relocation incentives more easily.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Lamar Smith is not satisfied with the answers he received from the Homeland Security Department on how they are making sure Kaspersky Lab products are out of federal networks.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Lamar Smith is not satisfied with the answers he received from the Homeland Security Department on how they are making sure Kaspersky Lab products are out of federal networks.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office says the Treasury Department will run out of funds by late March unless its raised.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office says the Treasury Department will run out of funds by late March unless its raised.
In today's Federal Newscast, the changes Congress ordered at the Internal Revenue Service seem to be helping the agency better identify fraudulent claims.
In today's Federal Newscast, the changes Congress ordered at the Internal Revenue Service seem to be helping the agency better identify fraudulent claims.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Homeland Security Departments Office of Inspector General finds the agency has no centralized database to make sure suspended companies don't compete for new contracts.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Homeland Security Departments Office of Inspector General finds the agency has no centralized database to make sure suspended companies don't compete for new contracts.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Claire McCaskill wants to know more about OMB's plans for the Homeland Security Department, with a potential pay freeze for civilian employees on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Claire McCaskill wants to know more about OMB's plans for the Homeland Security Department, with a potential pay freeze for civilian employees on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel presents its findings from two investigations involving employee misconduct and negligence at the Veterans Affairs Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Special Counsel presents its findings from two investigations involving employee misconduct and negligence at the Veterans Affairs Department.
One year into his role, CIA Director Mike Pompeo says about 40 percent of the decisions previously made at the director level are no longer made by him.
One year into his role, CIA Director Mike Pompeo says about 40 percent of the decisions previously made at the director level are no longer made by him.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democratic leaders want the investigation into fake comments on Federal Communications Commission rule making expanded to other agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Democratic leaders want the investigation into fake comments on Federal Communications Commission rule making expanded to other agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, rhe General Services Administration and unveiled a final rule allowing incidental materials to be included on individual task orders.
In today's Federal Newscast, rhe General Services Administration and unveiled a final rule allowing incidental materials to be included on individual task orders.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Finance Accounting Service is telling those in the military it's unclear when they will get paid that time.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Finance Accounting Service is telling those in the military it's unclear when they will get paid that time.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration's inspector general cites the agency for failing to respond to phone calls and emails in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Small Business Administration's inspector general cites the agency for failing to respond to phone calls and emails in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the possibility of a government shutdown growing, members of Congress want to make sure federal employees and members of the military receive reimbursement.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the possibility of a government shutdown growing, members of Congress want to make sure federal employees and members of the military receive reimbursement.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA officials tell a House space subcommittee its plans for making sure its astronauts are safe when using a commercial space launch vehicle.
In today's Federal Newscast, NASA officials tell a House space subcommittee its plans for making sure its astronauts are safe when using a commercial space launch vehicle.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department gets a hold of a former CIA case officer its been trying to apprehend since 2012.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department gets a hold of a former CIA case officer its been trying to apprehend since 2012.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts establishes a Federal Judiciary Workplace Conduct Working Group to look at what safeguards are in place to protect federal court workers from misconduct and harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts establishes a Federal Judiciary Workplace Conduct Working Group to look at what safeguards are in place to protect federal court workers from misconduct and harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke lays out what he has in mind for reorganizing the Interior Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke lays out what he has in mind for reorganizing the Interior Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, to show its progress in reducing long-term use of them, the Veterans Affairs Department posts the rates of opioid prescriptions for each of its medical centers online.
In today's Federal Newscast, to show its progress in reducing long-term use of them, the Veterans Affairs Department posts the rates of opioid prescriptions for each of its medical centers online.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson told Congress the IRS lack of funding is the root of many of the agency's problems with customer service.
In today's Federal Newscast, National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson told Congress the IRS lack of funding is the root of many of the agency's problems with customer service.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new HR directive to employees at the Agriculture Department makes severe changes to the agency's telework policy.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new HR directive to employees at the Agriculture Department makes severe changes to the agency's telework policy.
In today's Federal Newscast, in an attempt to rightsize the agency's workforce, the Postal Services is the latest agency to offer early retirement to many of its long-time employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, in an attempt to rightsize the agency's workforce, the Postal Services is the latest agency to offer early retirement to many of its long-time employees.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection said it reviewed over 30 thousand electronic devices last year, while also announcing changes it has planned for the search process.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection said it reviewed over 30 thousand electronic devices last year, while also announcing changes it has planned for the search process.
In today's Federal Newscast, unless Congress makes a change in any upcoming spending bills, the pay freeze placed on the Vice President and other senior political appointees will stay in place for this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, unless Congress makes a change in any upcoming spending bills, the pay freeze placed on the Vice President and other senior political appointees will stay in place for this year.
In today's Federal Newscast, Office of Management and Budget director Mick Mulvaney pushes for a clean funding bill before the current continuing resolution expires on January 19.
In today's Federal Newscast, Office of Management and Budget director Mick Mulvaney pushes for a clean funding bill before the current continuing resolution expires on January 19.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Washington Post reports senior officials at the National Security Agency are concerned about the departure of top talent in areas like cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Washington Post reports senior officials at the National Security Agency are concerned about the departure of top talent in areas like cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department as well as the Drug Enforcement Agency are implementing new measures in it's ongoing battle to stem the tide of opioid addiction.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department as well as the Drug Enforcement Agency are implementing new measures in it's ongoing battle to stem the tide of opioid addiction.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Institute of Standards and Technology will soon start hosting events to exchange ideas on methods and technologies to ensure Internet of Things devices are secure.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Institute of Standards and Technology will soon start hosting events to exchange ideas on methods and technologies to ensure Internet of Things devices are secure.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Obama-era health care law President Trump has called a disaster is actually exceeding expectations.
In today's Federal Newscast, The Obama-era health care law President Trump has called a disaster is actually exceeding expectations.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump hears from two Democratic senators concerned about the lack of leadership at the Census Bureau.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump hears from two Democratic senators concerned about the lack of leadership at the Census Bureau.
In Today's Federal Newscast, The Justice Department inspector general reportedly called for high level action to address the way DoJ handles sexual harassment complaints by employees.
In Today's Federal Newscast, The Justice Department inspector general reportedly called for high level action to address the way DoJ handles sexual harassment complaints by employees.
In Today's Federal Newscast, the IRS blames staffing shortages for a drop in investigative cases.
In Today's Federal Newscast, the IRS blames staffing shortages for a drop in investigative cases.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to report from the New York Times and ProPublica, a large amount of employees have quit, retired from or accepted buy outs to part ways with the Environmental Protection Agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, according to report from the New York Times and ProPublica, a large amount of employees have quit, retired from or accepted buy outs to part ways with the Environmental Protection Agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, 16 members of Congress want answers about the future of the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development.
In today's Federal Newscast, 16 members of Congress want answers about the future of the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Inspector General finds serious deficiencies with the ways the Defense Finance and Accounting Service accumulates and reports transactions involving agencies outside the military services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Inspector General finds serious deficiencies with the ways the Defense Finance and Accounting Service accumulates and reports transactions involving agencies outside the military services.
In today's Federal Newscast, the system Veterans Affairs wants to use for automating certain medical procedures and tracking and monitoring medical supplies is not being properly monitored according to the agency's inspector general.
In today's Federal Newscast, the system Veterans Affairs wants to use for automating certain medical procedures and tracking and monitoring medical supplies is not being properly monitored according to the agency's inspector general.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection awards a large contract for help hiring 5,000 new Border Patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, Customs and Border Protection awards a large contract for help hiring 5,000 new Border Patrol agents.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke posted a video announcement to go with the results of a department-wide survey which showed many workers face gender-based and sexual harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke posted a video announcement to go with the results of a department-wide survey which showed many workers face gender-based and sexual harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, a readiness review prompted by this year's deadly collisions in the Pacific finds the Navy has serious supply and demand problems.
In today's Federal Newscast, a readiness review prompted by this year's deadly collisions in the Pacific finds the Navy has serious supply and demand problems.
The Government Accountability Office finds DOT a provision in the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act when it retweeted and liked a tweet supporting legislation.
The Government Accountability Office finds DOT a provision in the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act when it retweeted and liked a tweet supporting legislation.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the expected adoption of the Restoring Internet Freedom Order by the Federal Communications Commission, it makes an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission to make sure internet service providers don't abuse their new allowances.
In today's Federal Newscast, with the expected adoption of the Restoring Internet Freedom Order by the Federal Communications Commission, it makes an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission to make sure internet service providers don't abuse their new allowances.
A bill calling for a new branch of the Homeland Security Department to focus solely on cybersecurity and infrastructure passes the House.
A bill calling for a new branch of the Homeland Security Department to focus solely on cybersecurity and infrastructure passes the House.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has attacked reports questioning his use of National Park Service helicopters for political events.
In today's Federal Newscast, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has attacked reports questioning his use of National Park Service helicopters for political events.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Office of Inspector General says it has started the arduous process of reviewing the Pentagon's finances.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department Office of Inspector General says it has started the arduous process of reviewing the Pentagon's finances.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs said its plan to slash funding for a key program that provides housing to homeless veterans has been put on hold.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs said its plan to slash funding for a key program that provides housing to homeless veterans has been put on hold.
In today's Federal Newscast, many employees with the Federal Emergency Management Agency who worked overtime aiding in recent recovery efforts could have to give some of that money back because of budget caps.
In today's Federal Newscast, many employees with the Federal Emergency Management Agency who worked overtime aiding in recent recovery efforts could have to give some of that money back because of budget caps.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Congressional Budget Office analysis finds the Trump administration military goals to improve readiness and size will increase spending by 12% from 2018 to 2027.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Congressional Budget Office analysis finds the Trump administration military goals to improve readiness and size will increase spending by 12% from 2018 to 2027.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration gets a 60 day extension to figure out the direction it wants to take with the FBI headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration gets a 60 day extension to figure out the direction it wants to take with the FBI headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, just three months after its first suspension expired, Latvian Connection is once again banned from filing any new bid protests
In today's Federal Newscast, just three months after its first suspension expired, Latvian Connection is once again banned from filing any new bid protests
In today's Federal Newscast, a resolution is approved in the House, requiring the training happen within 180 days after this Congress' second session begins.
In today's Federal Newscast, a resolution is approved in the House, requiring the training happen within 180 days after this Congress' second session begins.
In today's Federal Newscast, the tug-of-war for leadership of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has swung in the Trump administrations favor, as a federal judge rules against a restraining order to stop Mulvaney from becoming acting director.Jeff Sessions wants the agencies to review the system in place for making sure firearms are restricted.
In today's Federal Newscast, the tug-of-war for leadership of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has swung in the Trump administrations favor, as a federal judge rules against a restraining order to stop Mulvaney from becoming acting director.Jeff Sessions wants the agencies to review the system in place for making sure firearms are restricted.
In Today Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department failed to report 90 percent of its poorest-performing doctors to a national database.
In Today Federal Newscast, the Veterans Affairs Department failed to report 90 percent of its poorest-performing doctors to a national database.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing the recent mass shooting in Texas, Attorney General Jeff Sessions wants the agencies to review the system in place for making sure firearms are restricted.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing the recent mass shooting in Texas, Attorney General Jeff Sessions wants the agencies to review the system in place for making sure firearms are restricted.
In today's Federal Newscast, a "We the People" petition to the White House demands the Justice Department take action against sexual assault.
In today's Federal Newscast, a "We the People" petition to the White House demands the Justice Department take action against sexual assault.
In today's Federal Newscast, new inscriptions on the Marine Memorial honor Marines who have died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In today's Federal Newscast, new inscriptions on the Marine Memorial honor Marines who have died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In today's Federal Newscast, new inscriptions on the Marine Memorial honor Marines who have died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In today's Federal Newscast, new inscriptions on the Marine Memorial honor Marines who have died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In today's Federal Newscast, Hundreds of veterans have a new reason to believe they may be dying from a silent bullet. Test results show some men may have been infected by a slow-killing parasite while fighting in the jungles of Southeast Asia.
In today's Federal Newscast, Hundreds of veterans have a new reason to believe they may be dying from a silent bullet. Test results show some men may have been infected by a slow-killing parasite while fighting in the jungles of Southeast Asia.
In today's Federal Newscast, Bill Johnson, President and ECO of the Tennessee Valley Authority is the highest paid federal employee at nearly $5 million annually.
In today's Federal Newscast, Bill Johnson, President and ECO of the Tennessee Valley Authority is the highest paid federal employee at nearly $5 million annually.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trumps signs the TSP Modernization Act, giving federal workers more flexibility in managing withdrawals from the retirement savings.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trumps signs the TSP Modernization Act, giving federal workers more flexibility in managing withdrawals from the retirement savings.
In today's Federal Newscast, Republican leaders on the House Natural Resources Committee have written to President Trump in support of an Interior Department re-organization.
In today's Federal Newscast, Republican leaders on the House Natural Resources Committee have written to President Trump in support of an Interior Department re-organization.
In today's Federal Newscast, an amendment to the proposed Senate tax reform legislation to eliminate federal employee retirement savings catch-up payments has been dropped
In today's Federal Newscast, an amendment to the proposed Senate tax reform legislation to eliminate federal employee retirement savings catch-up payments has been dropped
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has given lower grades to six agencies on their latest Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act report cards.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has given lower grades to six agencies on their latest Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act report cards.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagons inspector general has begun its formal review of the military's procedures for sending criminal record information to the FBI.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagons inspector general has begun its formal review of the military's procedures for sending criminal record information to the FBI.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon credits hundreds of hackers around the world for helping it find thousands of cybersecurity vulnerabilities over the past year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon credits hundreds of hackers around the world for helping it find thousands of cybersecurity vulnerabilities over the past year.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former employee of the Veterans Affairs Department has been charged with wire fraud and bribery.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former employee of the Veterans Affairs Department has been charged with wire fraud and bribery.
In today's Federal Newscast, The American Foreign Service Association pens a letter to members citing its president's concerns about the current state of the State Department workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, The American Foreign Service Association pens a letter to members citing its president's concerns about the current state of the State Department workforce.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report has found many agencies are having trouble implementing one of the key parts of the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report has found many agencies are having trouble implementing one of the key parts of the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 30 agencies met with more than 1,200 applicants coming from all over the country to fill cyber and IT vacancies in the federal government.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 30 agencies met with more than 1,200 applicants coming from all over the country to fill cyber and IT vacancies in the federal government.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 30 agencies met with more than 1,200 applicants coming from all over the country to fill cyber and IT vacancies in the federal government.
In today's Federal Newscast, more than 30 agencies met with more than 1,200 applicants coming from all over the country to fill cyber and IT vacancies in the federal government.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Democratic leader said she hopes Congress will move quickly to pass legislation requiring lawmakers and their staff to complete training to prevent sexual harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Democratic leader said she hopes Congress will move quickly to pass legislation requiring lawmakers and their staff to complete training to prevent sexual harassment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the launch of the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP) to give veterans more options in claims disagreements.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the launch of the Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP) to give veterans more options in claims disagreements.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress will consider creation of a top-level panel to prepare for major weather events.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress will consider creation of a top-level panel to prepare for major weather events.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up another leave transfer program for federal employees to help their colleagues impacted by wildfires in California. This is the fourth one OPM has done since September.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up another leave transfer program for federal employees to help their colleagues impacted by wildfires in California. This is the fourth one OPM has done since September.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Report set for release today shows the Federal Select Agent Program is facing many personnel and safety problems which led to pathogens being inadvertently released from its possession.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Report set for release today shows the Federal Select Agent Program is facing many personnel and safety problems which led to pathogens being inadvertently released from its possession.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bombshell report from minority members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee shows the Trump administration lacks a formal plan to address the President's financial conflicts of interest.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bombshell report from minority members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee shows the Trump administration lacks a formal plan to address the President's financial conflicts of interest.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump has named Treasury Department executive David Kautter as the interim leader of IRS, and to lead his push for new tax reform legislation.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump has named Treasury Department executive David Kautter as the interim leader of IRS, and to lead his push for new tax reform legislation.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new drone Integration Pilot Program aims to update U.S. aviation regulations to let companies test out new uses for unmanned aircraft systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new drone Integration Pilot Program aims to update U.S. aviation regulations to let companies test out new uses for unmanned aircraft systems.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Park Service has issued a proposal to increase entrance fee prices at a handful of the nation's most popular parks.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Park Service has issued a proposal to increase entrance fee prices at a handful of the nation's most popular parks.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to give congressional committees more tools in making agencies comply with subpoenas gets through its first legislative hurdle.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to give congressional committees more tools in making agencies comply with subpoenas gets through its first legislative hurdle.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Trey Gowdy (R-S.C.) sent letters to 16 agencies demanding they respond to committee inquiries about leaders using private email accounts for official business.
In today's Federal Newscast, House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Trey Gowdy (R-S.C.) sent letters to 16 agencies demanding they respond to committee inquiries about leaders using private email accounts for official business.
In today's Federal Newscast, an audit by NASA's Office of Inspector General said the agency's Office of the Chief Information Officer may be unable to manage it's IT assets.
In today's Federal Newscast, an audit by NASA's Office of Inspector General said the agency's Office of the Chief Information Officer may be unable to manage it's IT assets.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget wants agencies to use the new approach for measuring cyber risk to see where they stand for 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget wants agencies to use the new approach for measuring cyber risk to see where they stand for 2018.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill introduced in the House would apply locality pay zones to federal employees working for hourly wages.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill introduced in the House would apply locality pay zones to federal employees working for hourly wages.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management said it hasn't launched its new donation site because many charities are still dealing with the aftermath of the recent hurricanes.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management said it hasn't launched its new donation site because many charities are still dealing with the aftermath of the recent hurricanes.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Veterans Affairs Committee introduces the Asset and Infrastructure Review Act, which calls for VA to set up a commission to look at old and underused VA facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Veterans Affairs Committee introduces the Asset and Infrastructure Review Act, which calls for VA to set up a commission to look at old and underused VA facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to let Thrift Savings Plan participants make more withdrawals from the TSP passes the House and heads to the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill to let Thrift Savings Plan participants make more withdrawals from the TSP passes the House and heads to the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Department's inspector general is opening a second investigation into Secretary Steve Mnuchin's travels.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Treasury Department's inspector general is opening a second investigation into Secretary Steve Mnuchin's travels.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has a new online course to agencies comply with reorganization orders.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has a new online course to agencies comply with reorganization orders.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administrations finds the Internal Revenue Service had many criteria for further investigating groups applying for tax exempt status.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administrations finds the Internal Revenue Service had many criteria for further investigating groups applying for tax exempt status.
In today's Federal News Radio, Senator Ron Johnson is threatening to subpoena documents from the Office of Personnel Management if they don't provide the reason for a regulation exempting members of Congress from the Affordable Care Act.
In today's Federal News Radio, Senator Ron Johnson is threatening to subpoena documents from the Office of Personnel Management if they don't provide the reason for a regulation exempting members of Congress from the Affordable Care Act.
In the federal government, nothing happens until you fill out a form. That's certainly true of retirement, a topic on quite a few federal minds these days. With a rundown on the paperwork you need to keep in mind, federal retirement expert Tammy Flanagan.
In the federal government, nothing happens until you fill out a form. That's certainly true of retirement, a topic on quite a few federal minds these days. With a rundown on the paperwork you need to keep in mind, federal retirement expert Tammy Flanagan.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Trump administration sent up 27 new nominations, it announced it was withdrawing two previous ones.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the Trump administration sent up 27 new nominations, it announced it was withdrawing two previous ones.
In today's Federal Newscast, with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price resigning after facing criticism for his travel habits, the Office of Management and Budget reminds agency leaders what is appropriate when on official travel.
In today's Federal Newscast, with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price resigning after facing criticism for his travel habits, the Office of Management and Budget reminds agency leaders what is appropriate when on official travel.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is looking into how often political appointees use government-owned aircraft and private planes.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is looking into how often political appointees use government-owned aircraft and private planes.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump nominates Robert McMahon to be the next Assistant Secretary of Defense for Logistics and Material Readiness.
In today's Federal Newscast, President Trump nominates Robert McMahon to be the next Assistant Secretary of Defense for Logistics and Material Readiness.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing differences with the Trump administration, acting administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency Chuck Rosenberg says he will be leaving October 1.
In today's Federal Newscast, citing differences with the Trump administration, acting administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency Chuck Rosenberg says he will be leaving October 1.
In today's Federal Newscast, after it was reported that many White House advisers are using private email accounts to conduct official business, the two top lawmakers on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee want to know if there are any other executive appointees are doing so.
In today's Federal Newscast, after it was reported that many White House advisers are using private email accounts to conduct official business, the two top lawmakers on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee want to know if there are any other executive appointees are doing so.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report from the Homeland Security Department's Inspector General finds executives with Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement initiated security protection for agency leaders without the legal authority to do so.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report from the Homeland Security Department's Inspector General finds executives with Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement initiated security protection for agency leaders without the legal authority to do so.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Government Accountability Office shows just how often agencies have had to deal with Congress not passing an actual budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report from the Government Accountability Office shows just how often agencies have had to deal with Congress not passing an actual budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up its second official emergency leave transfer program of this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up its second official emergency leave transfer program of this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, naval leaders and members of the Senate Armed Services Committee attempt to hash out how the two deadly ship collisions could have happened this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, naval leaders and members of the Senate Armed Services Committee attempt to hash out how the two deadly ship collisions could have happened this summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up its second official emergency leave transfer program of this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up its second official emergency leave transfer program of this month.
In today's Federal Newscast, as the Navy continues to investigate the deadly crashes involving two of its ships this summer, two commanders in the 7th fleet where the crashes occurred have been relieved of duty.
In today's Federal Newscast, as the Navy continues to investigate the deadly crashes involving two of its ships this summer, two commanders in the 7th fleet where the crashes occurred have been relieved of duty.
In today's Federal Newscast, two representatives introduce legislation to give federal firefighters retirement benefits that match up to their state and local counterparts.
In today's Federal Newscast, two representatives introduce legislation to give federal firefighters retirement benefits that match up to their state and local counterparts.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new government-wide job posting seeks to fill critical technology and cyber positions in multiple agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new government-wide job posting seeks to fill critical technology and cyber positions in multiple agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new government-wide job posting seeks to fill critical technology and cyber positions in multiple agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new government-wide job posting seeks to fill critical technology and cyber positions in multiple agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report says the Navy's shipyards are in such bad shape they can no longer meet the services operational needs.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report says the Navy's shipyards are in such bad shape they can no longer meet the services operational needs.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report says the Navy's shipyards are in such bad shape they can no longer meet the services operational needs.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report says the Navy's shipyards are in such bad shape they can no longer meet the services operational needs.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Ron Johnson introduces two new amendments to the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act which would increase monitoring of how much "official time" federal employees are using.
In today's Federal Newscast, Senator Ron Johnson introduces two new amendments to the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act which would increase monitoring of how much "official time" federal employees are using.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department decides it will not be reopening the case against IRS executive Lois Lerner for her role in targeting conservative groups.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department decides it will not be reopening the case against IRS executive Lois Lerner for her role in targeting conservative groups.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former IT manager with the Commerce Department has to pay a hefty fine and do some jail time for steering contracts to an acquaintance.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former IT manager with the Commerce Department has to pay a hefty fine and do some jail time for steering contracts to an acquaintance.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking creates a list of ways using data sharing can help the government.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking creates a list of ways using data sharing can help the government.
In today's Federal Newscast, reports indicate the buyouts the Trump administration offered to many employees are starting to take effect.
In today's Federal Newscast, reports indicate the buyouts the Trump administration offered to many employees are starting to take effect.
In today's Federal Newscast, the security contractor TigerSwan says a former recruiting vendor accidentally made thousands of its resume files publicly available. They included personal information of thousands of former servicemembers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the security contractor TigerSwan says a former recruiting vendor accidentally made thousands of its resume files publicly available. They included personal information of thousands of former servicemembers.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress is set to take on some important issues this week including Hurricane Harvey relief, the debt ceiling, and passing a fiscal 2018 budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, Congress is set to take on some important issues this week including Hurricane Harvey relief, the debt ceiling, and passing a fiscal 2018 budget.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are asking the Government Accountability Office to come up with better protections for victims of cyber attacks.
In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers are asking the Government Accountability Office to come up with better protections for victims of cyber attacks.
In today's Federal Newscast, using lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina, the Justice Department has formed a task force to go after those looking to take advantage of Hurricane Harvey survivors.
In today's Federal Newscast, using lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina, the Justice Department has formed a task force to go after those looking to take advantage of Hurricane Harvey survivors.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Adam Schiff (D-CA) is introducing an amendment into an agency funding bill to prohibit the Secret Service from giving any money businesses owned by the President or his family.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Adam Schiff (D-CA) is introducing an amendment into an agency funding bill to prohibit the Secret Service from giving any money businesses owned by the President or his family.
In today's Federal Newscast, after President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to end military recruitment of transgender personnel, Defense Secretary James Mattis has laid out how he plans to go about implementing it.
In today's Federal Newscast, after President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to end military recruitment of transgender personnel, Defense Secretary James Mattis has laid out how he plans to go about implementing it.
In today's Federal Newscast, after a request from Senator Tom Carper (D-DE), the Environmental Protection Agency's Inspector General is looking into EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's many trips back and forth to Oklahoma.
In today's Federal Newscast, after a request from Senator Tom Carper (D-DE), the Environmental Protection Agency's Inspector General is looking into EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's many trips back and forth to Oklahoma.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force makes a series of adjustments with the goal of putting a dent in its pilot shortage.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Air Force makes a series of adjustments with the goal of putting a dent in its pilot shortage.
In today's Federal Newscast, after being asked to review 27 nationally designated monuments, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke presents his ideas to the President.
In today's Federal Newscast, after being asked to review 27 nationally designated monuments, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke presents his ideas to the President.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new mobile app provides insight for federal employees when facing dilemmas in government ethics.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new mobile app provides insight for federal employees when facing dilemmas in government ethics.
In today's Federal Newscast, Vice Adm. Joseph Aucoin has been relieved of command after a series of at-sea incidents including the most recent collision involving the USS John S. McCain.
In today's Federal Newscast, Vice Adm. Joseph Aucoin has been relieved of command after a series of at-sea incidents including the most recent collision involving the USS John S. McCain.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the second crash in two months, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson calls for an "operational pause."
In today's Federal Newscast, after the second crash in two months, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson calls for an "operational pause."
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators are questioning how the Trump administration hired non-confirmed political appointees at the EPA and the Council on Environmental Quality.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senators are questioning how the Trump administration hired non-confirmed political appointees at the EPA and the Council on Environmental Quality.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Justice Office of Inspector General conducts an audit to see how well DOJ is handling the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Justice Office of Inspector General conducts an audit to see how well DOJ is handling the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
In today's Federal Newscast, new numbers the General Services Administration's Digital Analysis Program shows an increasing amount of users accessing government websites from their mobile devices.
In today's Federal Newscast, new numbers the General Services Administration's Digital Analysis Program shows an increasing amount of users accessing government websites from their mobile devices.
In today's Federal Newscast, Navy Commander Bobby Pitts admits to helping Glen Defense Marine Asia CEO Leonard Francis during the investigation into the defense contractor.
In today's Federal Newscast, Navy Commander Bobby Pitts admits to helping Glen Defense Marine Asia CEO Leonard Francis during the investigation into the defense contractor.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Homeland Security Department Inspector General report says Customs and Border Protection was conducting lie detector tests on job candidates who were already disqualified.
In today's Federal Newscast, a Homeland Security Department Inspector General report says Customs and Border Protection was conducting lie detector tests on job candidates who were already disqualified.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office reiterates its earlier findings that discretionary spending will not bust established budget caps this fiscal year.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office reiterates its earlier findings that discretionary spending will not bust established budget caps this fiscal year.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report attempted to see if the 136 military bands are completing their objectives.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report attempted to see if the 136 military bands are completing their objectives.
In today's Federal Newscast, after firing the director of the VA's D.C. Medical Center, the agency is forced to reinstate him while the case is being reviewed.
In today's Federal Newscast, after firing the director of the VA's D.C. Medical Center, the agency is forced to reinstate him while the case is being reviewed.
In today's Federal Newscast, minority members of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee send letters to the heads of all agencies, asking what products or services they have purchased from companies associated with or owned by President Donald Trump.
In today's Federal Newscast, minority members of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee send letters to the heads of all agencies, asking what products or services they have purchased from companies associated with or owned by President Donald Trump.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up a new online course to help HR workers understand their options for improving agency recruitment and retainment.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management sets up a new online course to help HR workers understand their options for improving agency recruitment and retainment.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new piece of legislation to root out waste, fraud, and abuse with government credit cards gets through the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new piece of legislation to root out waste, fraud, and abuse with government credit cards gets through the Senate.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the Hispanic Council of Federal Employment urge President Trump to make hiring more Hispanic employees a priority.
In today's Federal Newscast, members of the Hispanic Council of Federal Employment urge President Trump to make hiring more Hispanic employees a priority.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report found the Office of Personnel Management has made only some progress in strengthening its network security.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new Government Accountability Office report found the Office of Personnel Management has made only some progress in strengthening its network security.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate passes a group of bills which will have an effect on the Veterans Affairs Department and veterans' benefits.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senate passes a group of bills which will have an effect on the Veterans Affairs Department and veterans' benefits.
In today's Federal Newscast, while President Trump has tweeted that the military will no longer allow transgender people to serve in the military, Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Paul Zukunft has reaffirmed his commitment to them.
In today's Federal Newscast, while President Trump has tweeted that the military will no longer allow transgender people to serve in the military, Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Paul Zukunft has reaffirmed his commitment to them.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration extends the comment period for those who want to give their opinions of rules pertaining to topics such as acquisition.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration extends the comment period for those who want to give their opinions of rules pertaining to topics such as acquisition.
In today's Federal Newscast, the process for selecting a contractor to build a wall on the U.S. southern border is delayed because of two companies objecting to the bidding process.
In today's Federal Newscast, the process for selecting a contractor to build a wall on the U.S. southern border is delayed because of two companies objecting to the bidding process.
In today's Federal Newscast, Republicans on the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected an amendment in a spending measure which would have authorized funds for a new, consolidated FBI headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, Republicans on the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected an amendment in a spending measure which would have authorized funds for a new, consolidated FBI headquarters.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the first measure failed to pass the House, both chambers' respective Veterans Affairs committees have new legislation on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the first measure failed to pass the House, both chambers' respective Veterans Affairs committees have new legislation on the table.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says three postal workers conspired to use USPS equipment to distribute large amounts of pot to the D.C. area.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says three postal workers conspired to use USPS equipment to distribute large amounts of pot to the D.C. area.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Internal Revenue Service is trying out a pilot program to let taxpayers meet with IRS representatives through virtual conferences.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Internal Revenue Service is trying out a pilot program to let taxpayers meet with IRS representatives through virtual conferences.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) is set to introduce legislation this week which would reshuffle the Homeland Security Department to create an agency focused on cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) is set to introduce legislation this week which would reshuffle the Homeland Security Department to create an agency focused on cybersecurity.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former officer with the Drug Enforcement Administration admits to taking part in a robbery disguised as a standard search.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former officer with the Drug Enforcement Administration admits to taking part in a robbery disguised as a standard search.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Citizens Against Government Waste releases its 2017 Pig Book, highlighting what they see as wasteful spending by Congress.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Citizens Against Government Waste releases its 2017 Pig Book, highlighting what they see as wasteful spending by Congress.
In today's Federal Newscast, another high ranking defense official comes out against the creation of a new military branch to focus on space issues, called for in the House's defense authorization bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, another high ranking defense official comes out against the creation of a new military branch to focus on space issues, called for in the House's defense authorization bill.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights poor record management at the Internal Revenue Service, leading to lost or accidentally destroyed federal records.
In today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights poor record management at the Internal Revenue Service, leading to lost or accidentally destroyed federal records.
In today's Federal Newscast, Susan Shinkman, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Civil Enforcement says she will be retiring by the end of the summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, Susan Shinkman, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Civil Enforcement says she will be retiring by the end of the summer.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has proposed new regulations that define parameters for agencies in granting administrative leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has proposed new regulations that define parameters for agencies in granting administrative leave.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has issued its guidelines to federal agencies for 2019 budget submissions, telling them to get comfortable with lower civilian spending and workforce levels.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has issued its guidelines to federal agencies for 2019 budget submissions, telling them to get comfortable with lower civilian spending and workforce levels.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report issued by the Defense Department inspector general has found 350 known security vulnerabilities at three Army hospitals and clinics, adding Defense Heath Agency and Army officials have failed to effectively protect electronic patient health information.
In today's Federal Newscast, a report issued by the Defense Department inspector general has found 350 known security vulnerabilities at three Army hospitals and clinics, adding Defense Heath Agency and Army officials have failed to effectively protect electronic patient health information.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation has proposed a detailed set of recommendations for the White House to boost faith in the legitimacy of government by improving its effectiveness.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation has proposed a detailed set of recommendations for the White House to boost faith in the legitimacy of government by improving its effectiveness.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has posted its first list of employee removals, suspensions and demotions showing 525 VA staffers have been fired since President Trump took office in January.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has posted its first list of employee removals, suspensions and demotions showing 525 VA staffers have been fired since President Trump took office in January.
In today's Federal Newscast, senior National Park Service officials continue to receive immunity from disciplinary actions despite findings of misconduct. The findings, according to an independent watchdog group, continue the perception of a biased hierarchy within the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, senior National Park Service officials continue to receive immunity from disciplinary actions despite findings of misconduct. The findings, according to an independent watchdog group, continue the perception of a biased hierarchy within the agency.
In today's Federal Newscast, an audit finds the Homeland Security Department's Office of the Chief Information Officer and Office of Financial Management is not taking all the necessary steps to make sure data it collects was not compromised.
In today's Federal Newscast, an audit finds the Homeland Security Department's Office of the Chief Information Officer and Office of Financial Management is not taking all the necessary steps to make sure data it collects was not compromised.
In today's Federal Newscast, a survey of employees from the State Department shows deep dissatisfaction with longstanding problems and with current leadership.
In today's Federal Newscast, a survey of employees from the State Department shows deep dissatisfaction with longstanding problems and with current leadership.
In today's Federal Newscast, Compliance Counsel for the Justice Department Hui Chen says she is leaving her job to participate in more political activism.
In today's Federal Newscast, Compliance Counsel for the Justice Department Hui Chen says she is leaving her job to participate in more political activism.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill authorizing the Federal Aviation Administration gets through the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee without plans to privatize the nation's air traffic control system like it's House counterpart.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill authorizing the Federal Aviation Administration gets through the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee without plans to privatize the nation's air traffic control system like it's House counterpart.
In today's Federal Newscast, an FBI Special Agent involved with the 2016 standoff at an Oregon wildlife refuge gets indicted for making false statements about an encounter with one of the occupiers.
In today's Federal Newscast, an FBI Special Agent involved with the 2016 standoff at an Oregon wildlife refuge gets indicted for making false statements about an encounter with one of the occupiers.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Armed Services Committee is in the process of creating a defense spending bill for fiscal 2018 and has approved an amendment which identifies climate change as a national security threat.
In today's Federal Newscast, the House Armed Services Committee is in the process of creating a defense spending bill for fiscal 2018 and has approved an amendment which identifies climate change as a national security threat.
In today's Federal Newscast, analysis of how the Federal Risk Authorization and Management Program has matured over the last 5 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, analysis of how the Federal Risk Authorization and Management Program has matured over the last 5 years.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of starting to rebuild its Science Advisory Boards.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of starting to rebuild its Science Advisory Boards.
In today's Federal Newscast, two members of the House introduce legislation to apply limits to using lowest-price technically acceptable to civilian agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, two members of the House introduce legislation to apply limits to using lowest-price technically acceptable to civilian agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former State Department special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service has appeared in federal court on charges of giving top-secret documents to a Chinese agent.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former State Department special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service has appeared in federal court on charges of giving top-secret documents to a Chinese agent.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy would benefit from a proposed law that would grow its fleet to 355 ships. Estimates vary as to how quickly the 79-ship buildup could happen, or how it would be paid for.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Navy would benefit from a proposed law that would grow its fleet to 355 ships. Estimates vary as to how quickly the 79-ship buildup could happen, or how it would be paid for.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is targeting procurement rules in response to President Trump's executive order to evaluate existing regulations and recommend their repeal, replacement or modification.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is targeting procurement rules in response to President Trump's executive order to evaluate existing regulations and recommend their repeal, replacement or modification.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Department has once again awarded Raytheon the $1 billion DOMino cybersecurity contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Homeland Security Department has once again awarded Raytheon the $1 billion DOMino cybersecurity contract.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Comptroller David Norquist says the department has been properly preparing for its deadline for audit readiness.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department's Comptroller David Norquist says the department has been properly preparing for its deadline for audit readiness.
In today's Federal Newscast, Booz Allen Hamilton announces announces Justice Department has launched an investigation into some of the company's accounting and charging practices.
In today's Federal Newscast, Booz Allen Hamilton announces announces Justice Department has launched an investigation into some of the company's accounting and charging practices.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IG says while the Environmental Protection Agency didn't break any rules pertaining to blowout-prone toxic mines, it didn't have any rules in place to begin with.
In today's Federal Newscast, the IG says while the Environmental Protection Agency didn't break any rules pertaining to blowout-prone toxic mines, it didn't have any rules in place to begin with.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office faults the Office of Personnel Management's process for not evaluating each of the bids for the $117 million dollar contract fairly.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Government Accountability Office faults the Office of Personnel Management's process for not evaluating each of the bids for the $117 million dollar contract fairly.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators introduce legislation to the Veterans Affairs Department address its 45,000 vacancies.
In today's Federal Newscast, two Senators introduce legislation to the Veterans Affairs Department address its 45,000 vacancies.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department tells disappointed lawmakers there was not enough evidence to prosecute executives at the Veterans Affairs Department related to the mismanagement of a construction project at a VA hospital in the Denver area.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department tells disappointed lawmakers there was not enough evidence to prosecute executives at the Veterans Affairs Department related to the mismanagement of a construction project at a VA hospital in the Denver area.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department's Inspector General says an unnamed senior official with the Executive Office for Immigration Review was involved in a scheme to hire friends and feed them information that was not public for job opportunities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department's Inspector General says an unnamed senior official with the Executive Office for Immigration Review was involved in a scheme to hire friends and feed them information that was not public for job opportunities.
In today's Federal Newscast, Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly explains to the House Homeland Security Committe why DHS needs a 6.8 percent budget increase.
In today's Federal Newscast, Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly explains to the House Homeland Security Committe why DHS needs a 6.8 percent budget increase.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon unveils a calculator to help members of the military figure out if they should opt into the new blended retirement system.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Pentagon unveils a calculator to help members of the military figure out if they should opt into the new blended retirement system.
In today's Federal Newscast, Reality Leigh Winner, an employee of Pluribus International Corporation, removed classified material from a government facility and gave it to an online news outlet according to the Justice Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, Reality Leigh Winner, an employee of Pluribus International Corporation, removed classified material from a government facility and gave it to an online news outlet according to the Justice Department.
In today's Federal Newscast, in dire need of more agents, the Secret Service says it's no longer turning down applicants who tried marijuana more than a certain number of times in the past.
In today's Federal Newscast, in dire need of more agents, the Secret Service says it's no longer turning down applicants who tried marijuana more than a certain number of times in the past.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department Office of Inspector General reports that though the number of allegations is low, DOJ has systemic issues with how it handles sexual harassment and misconduct claims.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department Office of Inspector General reports that though the number of allegations is low, DOJ has systemic issues with how it handles sexual harassment and misconduct claims.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants agencies to exercise restraint and be judicious in making requests for additional Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants agencies to exercise restraint and be judicious in making requests for additional Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants agencies to exercise restraint and be judicious in making requests for additional Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management wants agencies to exercise restraint and be judicious in making requests for additional Senior Executive Service positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, data discovered by the Associated Press reveals the Veterans Affairs Department Office of Inspector General is looking into over 100 cases of employees accused of stealing drugs from VA Health facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, data discovered by the Associated Press reveals the Veterans Affairs Department Office of Inspector General is looking into over 100 cases of employees accused of stealing drugs from VA Health facilities.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union is worried the Trump administration's plan to eliminate the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program would make it harder for agencies to recruit top talent.
In today's Federal Newscast, the National Treasury Employees Union is worried the Trump administration's plan to eliminate the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program would make it harder for agencies to recruit top talent.
In today's Federal Newscast, an employee working under the Interior Department's Chief Information Officer admits to using her government travel card for personal use.
In today's Federal Newscast, an employee working under the Interior Department's Chief Information Officer admits to using her government travel card for personal use.
In today's Federal Newscast, the minority leaders and whips of both chambers of Congress ask Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to not eliminate any national monuments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the minority leaders and whips of both chambers of Congress ask Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to not eliminate any national monuments.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former Marine staff sergeant pleads guilty to stealing from the helicopter squadron responsible for transporting the president.
In today's Federal Newscast, a former Marine staff sergeant pleads guilty to stealing from the helicopter squadron responsible for transporting the president.
In today's Federal Newscast, in both of the agencies 2018 budget requests, the Federal Trade Commission and the Antitrust Division within the Justice Department say they would like to save money by cutting some positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, in both of the agencies 2018 budget requests, the Federal Trade Commission and the Antitrust Division within the Justice Department say they would like to save money by cutting some positions.
In today's Federal Newscast, a win for drone hobbyists as the Court of Appeals in D.C. finds the Federal Aviation Administration overstepped it's authority in forcing recreational UAS flyers to register their aircraft.
In today's Federal Newscast, a win for drone hobbyists as the Court of Appeals in D.C. finds the Federal Aviation Administration overstepped it's authority in forcing recreational UAS flyers to register their aircraft.
In today's Federal Newscast, three federal agencies launch a new network to quickly relay information about individuals considered a threat to police officers.
In today's Federal Newscast, three federal agencies launch a new network to quickly relay information about individuals considered a threat to police officers.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill that would limit the authority agencies have to give bonuses to bad-behaving federal employees has cleared its first congressional step.
In today's Federal Newscast, a bill that would limit the authority agencies have to give bonuses to bad-behaving federal employees has cleared its first congressional step.
In today's Federal Newscast, following the massive WannaCry ransomware cyber attack, a group of senators introduce legislation to set up a board to regulate disclosures of hardware and software vulnerabilities discovered by federal agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, following the massive WannaCry ransomware cyber attack, a group of senators introduce legislation to set up a board to regulate disclosures of hardware and software vulnerabilities discovered by federal agencies.
In today's Federal Newscast, state and local governments, non-profits, universities, and other recipients of federal money, get more time to align their procurement standards with the Office of Management and Budget's changing oversight rules.
In today's Federal Newscast, state and local governments, non-profits, universities, and other recipients of federal money, get more time to align their procurement standards with the Office of Management and Budget's changing oversight rules.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House says the WannaCry ransomware that has reached dozens of countries, was not able to penetrate federal cyber defenses, and also defends the NSA.
In today's Federal Newscast, the White House says the WannaCry ransomware that has reached dozens of countries, was not able to penetrate federal cyber defenses, and also defends the NSA.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office gives agency budget directors a bit of good news.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Congressional Budget Office gives agency budget directors a bit of good news.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senior Executives Association releases a new Strategic Direction which lays out how it will prepare for the federal workforce of the 21st Century.
In today's Federal Newscast, the Senior Executives Association releases a new Strategic Direction which lays out how it will prepare for the federal workforce of the 21st Century.
In todays Federal Newscast, DoDs inspector general found the department complied with only one of the six requirements of the act by reporting improper payment rates of less than 10 percent.
In todays Federal Newscast, DoDs inspector general found the department complied with only one of the six requirements of the act by reporting improper payment rates of less than 10 percent.
In today's Federal Newscast, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue wants to make sure his employees keep citizens' rights in mind while conducting agency business.
In today's Federal Newscast, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue wants to make sure his employees keep citizens' rights in mind while conducting agency business.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the late night comedian ran a segment on the Federal Communication Commission's planned changes to its net neutrality policy, the agency's CIO says it faced a massive distributed denial of service attack.
In today's Federal Newscast, after the late night comedian ran a segment on the Federal Communication Commission's planned changes to its net neutrality policy, the agency's CIO says it faced a massive distributed denial of service attack.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration 's Inspector General says the agency missed one of its major goals for reducing improper payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration 's Inspector General says the agency missed one of its major goals for reducing improper payments.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senior Republican lawmakers want reassurances that Department of Health and Human Services is not interfering with its employees communication with members of Congress.
In today's Federal Newscast, two senior Republican lawmakers want reassurances that Department of Health and Human Services is not interfering with its employees communication with members of Congress.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, House Oversight Committee chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is interested in why the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's outgoing director is taking an international training trip weeks before retirement.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the Defense Department is rescinding a policy which let graduates pursuing careers in professional sports defer their military service.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the Defense Department is rescinding a policy which let graduates pursuing careers in professional sports defer their military service.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the Defense Department is rescinding a policy which let graduates pursuing careers in professional sports defer their military service.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the Defense Department is rescinding a policy which let graduates pursuing careers in professional sports defer their military service.
In todays Top Federal Headlines, the Follow the Rules Act gets through the House. The legislation tidies up a few loopholes in laws protecting whistleblowers at federal agencies.
In todays Top Federal Headlines, the Follow the Rules Act gets through the House. The legislation tidies up a few loopholes in laws protecting whistleblowers at federal agencies.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the federal prosecutor who convicted Virginia's former governor on corruption charges takes charge of the Justice Department's National Security Division.
In today's Top Federal Headlines, the federal prosecutor who convicted Virginia's former governor on corruption charges takes charge of the Justice Department's National Security Division.