Route Fifty

USDOT Proposes Regulatory Tweak Intended to Boost Transit P3 Deals

But not everyone is convinced the Transportation Department’s plan will spark a dramatic increase in the amount of private dollars flowing toward transit projects.

Nextgov

This Agency Can Help Fast Track Your Tech Acquisitions

National Technical Information Service pairs federal agencies with vetted companies that meet their technology needs—and fast.

Management

How Trump’s White House Shakeup Will Affect DHS

Lawmakers and employee groups press administration to move quickly in finding a new secretary.

Nextgov

House Panel Wants Inventory of Agencies' Kaspersky Use

The Science, Space and Technology Committee is the latest to question how the government may be using the Russian anti-virus software.

Route Fifty

It’s Been 10 Years Since the Deadly I-35W Bridge Collapse in Minneapolis

But “almost nothing has been done in this country to keep it from happening again,” according to former Mayor R.T. Ryback.

Management

Anthony Scaramucci Lasts 10 Days at the White House

Reports say new Chief of Staff John Kelly was driving force behind behind the resignation.

Management

Legal Drug Use And Your Security Clearance

The Office of Personnel Management aims to clarify sensitive issues with its new application form.

Defense

The U.S. Government's Fight Against Violent Extremism Loses Its Leader

The resignation of George Selim, a key Homeland Security official, may signal a shift away from treating the American Muslim community as partners in the struggle against radicalization.

Route Fifty

Charleston County Unexpectedly Sues South Carolina’s Infrastructure Bank

STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP | Tropical storm makes landfall in Florida; paid leave for top Boston City Hall official; and planners envision “something pretty spectacular” in Chico, Calif.

Management

The Ultimate Case Against Using Shame as a Management Tactic

To prevent catastrophes, air traffic controllers are trained in a culture of "psychological safety."

Oversight

Latest Tally on Agency Vacancies Not Flattering to Trump White House

Two trackers show the president's appointments are pacing well behind those of recent administrations.

Nextgov

NASA Program Makes Buying Legit IT Easier

The agency's SEWP customers can choose when buying from an authorized reseller matters to their agencies.

Defense

North Korea's Latest Launch Spurs U.S. Missile Tests, Flyovers

The United States has been ramping up exercises and diplomatic moves in response to worrying new developments out of Pyongyang.

Defense

ISIS Claims Attack on U.S.-Backed Troops in Syria

While the militant group struggles to maintain control of Raqqa, it continues to wage attacks on SDF fighters.

Management

Federal Unions Need to Redefine Their Role

In government, there is no “bottom line” other than serving the mission effectively. That purpose should be shared by managers and employees alike.

Route Fifty

North Carolina’s Outer Banks Remain Off Limits Due to Major Mistake

STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP: Why Tampa is doomed; a problematic exotic animal farm in Oregon; and Connecticut’s municipalities are forced to make bad decisions.

Oversight

History Shows That Stacking Federal Science Advisory Committees Doesn’t Work

Can federal agencies stack advisory panels with friendly members? Some have tried, but a scientist who has advised many administrations says they will produce bad policies that lack broad support.