Management
Bill Making It Easier to Fire VA Employees Heads to Senate Floor
Senate panel approves accountability legislation and another measure that would rescind certain workers’ bonuses.
Route Fifty
Stats Shot: Infamous North Carolina Bridge on Target to Hit a Major Incident Milestone
It’s hard not to watch truck after truck hit this bridge.
Defense
Army Chief Nominee Supports Arming Recruiters
Gen. Mark Milley, Obama’s nominee to become Army chief of staff, says measures are being taken to protect recruiters, like the ones targeted in the Chattanooga attack.
Management
After Years of Cutting Funding, Republicans Seek to Privatize Part of the IRS
Advocates denounce the highway bill pay-for.
Nextgov
Senators Want to Give DHS New CYBERCOM-Like Powers to Thwart Civilian Agency Hacks
Lawmakers think there is now enough momentum to grant DHS power over government networks.
Route Fifty
Santa Barbara’s Desalination Vote; Craigslist Founder’s New Jersey Community Toilet
Also: Wisconsin’s expensive love affair with new overpasses and Sioux Falls’ big downtown redevelopment.
Pay & Benefits
Which Federal Offices Care the Most About Employees’ Health and Wellness?
OPM shares results of 2014 assessment.
Nextgov
Don’t Fall for This USAJobs Phishing Scam
The Office of Personnel Management is warning job seekers about email scams purporting to come from the federal government’s jobs site.
News
On His Final Daily Show Appearance, Obama Touts Feds, Efficient Government
The president also cites budget shortfalls, "creaky bureaucracy" at VA.
Management
OPM Takes Steps Toward Finding a Contractor to Notify Hack Victims
An information request put out to interested companies indicated a mid-August contract award is the "best case."
Defense
Martin O’Malley’s Linking of Climate Change and ISIS Isn’t As Crazy As You Might Think
Conservatives mocked the Democratic presidential candidate, but there’s evidence of a connection between drought and the Syrian civil war.
Management
6 Really Simple Ways to Boost Learning and Development
Training doesn't have to require so much time away from the work.
Management
State Has a Benghazi Dilemma
John Kerry's top aide faces a choice: miss a key hearing on the Iran deal, or defy the GOP chairman of the House Benghazi panel.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Lindsey Graham Should Probably Change His Phone Number
Donald Trump doxxing the South Carolina senator is the craziest thing he's ever done… Until the next crazy thing he does.
Route Fifty
What Actions Can Seaside Jurisdictions Take to Ward Off Shark Attacks?
From drone monitoring in California to controversial fishing restrictions in North Carolina, authorities try to keep the public safe from danger in the water.
Management
Astronauts Are Broadcasting Bedtime Stories From Space
They're harnessing kids' imagination to bridge the gap between STEM and reading.
Oversight
Democrats Call for Immediate Negotiations to Stave Off Shutdown
Top appropriator concedes it may be too late to avoid continuing resolution.
Management
Lawmakers: Congress Will Not Let VA Furlough Employees Or Close Hospitals
Secretary Bob McDonald will testify Wednesday on Capitol Hill about the department’s $2.5 billion funding shortfall.
Pay & Benefits
Feds Dodge Proposed Cut to Their TSP Benefits
Senate deal on highway funding does not raise money through decreasing the rate of return on the G Fund.
Management