Route Fifty
Citizen-Centric Reporting: Informing the Public Is the Government’s Responsibility
Here’s why a ‘less is more’ approach to government transparency leads to a better informed citizenry.
Nextgov
Could Twitter-Savvy Teens Help Government Tackle Social Media Screening?
“As we're doing a background investigation, how could you not go look at their Facebook page?" said Rep. Jason Chaffetz.
Nextgov
Report: Expect Even More DDoS Attacks, Malicious Cyber Activity from China
These attacks involve multiple systems -- many or all of which could be hijacked machines -- which target a single system, such as a website, application or server.
Pay & Benefits
FEHBP Insurance Carriers Must Cover Autism Treatment Beginning in 2017
Since 2013, providers have had the option of covering applied behavior analysis for children on the autism spectrum.
Route Fifty
State & Local Daily Digest: AT&T Sues Louisville; New Snyder Water Emails Released
Also in our Route Fifty news roundup: Native Hawaiian constitution adopted; medical marijuana restrictions affirmed in Montana; and this Pennsylvania state park is not gnome friendly.
Defense
A Former CIA Analyst Explains How Tech Companies Can Help Fight Terrorism
The gulf between Silicon Valley and Washington appears to be widening.
Oversight
Play of the Day: John Oliver Compares Donald Trump to So Many Things
According to Last Week Tonight, Trump is like the NFL, a dangerous pet chimp and a lemur eating a banana.
Oversight
Will Rubio's Assault on Trump Pay Off Tuesday?
The Floridian needs a victory somewhere to keep his candidacy alive.
Management
Seven Steps to Becoming a CX Leader in Government
Improving customer experience could greatly benefit both employees and taxpayers.
Route Fifty
Florida’s 2016 Python Challenge Nabs 106 Snakes From Everglades
More than 1,000 people registered to hunt down the invasive species in a multi-week competition.
Management
Asking Your Boss for a Demotion Could Be the Best Career Choice You Ever Make
Stress – including work stress – has many effects on the body.
Oversight
Chris Christie Rides to Trump's Rescue
The New Jersey governor makes a surprising and timely endorsement of the Republican front-runner.
Oversight
House Science Chairman Pressures NOAA Anew on Climate Change Study
Lamar Smith specifies search terms, including “Obama” and “Clean Power Plan.”
Nextgov
Oversight Chairman: $3 Billion IT Upgrade Fund ‘Hogwash’
A top Capitol Hill Republican is not a fan of the Obama administration’s plan to help federal agencies upgrade outdated IT systems.
Management
GAO Details Weaknesses in Governmentwide Quest for Clean Books
Consolidated financial statements for 2014-2015 focus on Pentagon, HUD and Agriculture.
Nextgov
Here’s Why Robots Might Not Be Taking Government Jobs Any Time Soon
We still don’t understand the full psychological impact of working with robots, a new analysis concludes.
Route Fifty
As Nation Moves to a Service Economy, States Look to Tax It More
In states from Arizona to Oklahoma, lawmakers are considering bills that would impose the sales tax on services ranging from beauty salons to funeral homes.
Nextgov
Only 3 Percent of Federal Job Ads Contain the Word 'Customer'
That doesn’t bode well for the government’s fledgling efforts to improve customer service across agencies.
Tech