Tech
Building an AI-Ready Staff Starts With Data Literacy and Training
Agencies must train their workforce to get the most out of emerging technology such as artificial intelligence, federal technologists and data experts advise.
Management
Fauci’s Farewell: His Legacy, The New Booster and Forthcoming Congressional Oversight
Dr. Anthony Fauci gave his likely last appearance at the White House briefing on Tuesday as he prepares to leave the federal government after a more than five-decade career.
Employee Policy
AG wants to better help fed employees with limited English proficiency
It's been over a decade since the department encouraged agencies to strengthen this commitment, Merrick Garland says.
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Nextgov
VA Has a Plan to Attract Workers Displaced by Widespread Tech Industry Layoffs
Amid a recent wave of layoffs across the technology sector, the VA is working to position itself as an enticing destination for unemployed tech workers.
Benefits
Open Season: A checklist for federal annuitants
For starters, make sure you check if your premium is increasing, so you’re not caught off guard next year.
Employee Policy
Will the lame duck session prevent a government shutdown?
On our partner site podcast Eric Katz joins in, and discusses Congress and the CR expiring in a few weeks.
Employee Policy
NARA’s Chief Innovator won big last week
Pamela Wright’s “exceptional executive leadership is invaluable to NARA, our strategic goals, and our mission,” said the acting archivist of the United States.
Pay & Benefits
First Responder Retirement Bill Gets a Unanimous Senate Vote
The legislation allows first responders with disabilities to continue receiving federal retirement benefits in the same manner as though they had not been disabled.
Management
The IRS Will Need These 4 Things to Succeed After the Midterms
Commissioner-designate Danny Werfel has an opportunity to transform the tax agency, if given the right tools.
Oversight
GovExec Daily: The White House Continues to Ask for COVID-19 Funding
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss the latest pandemic news.
Oversight
House Republicans Suggest Impeachment Proceedings Coming for Biden Cabinet Member
White House calls the announcement a "political stunt."
Benefits
Health insurance options for veterans
There are lots of choices, especially for those who have joined the civilian federal workforce.
Employee Policy
How to stay healthy during the holiday season
The Virginia Department of Health's Dr. Laurie Forlano joins our partner site podcast to discuss how to gather for the upcoming holidays and stay safe from respiratory illness like COVID-19.
Management
The Attorney General Wants to Better Help Those With Limited English Proficiency
It's been over a decade since the department encouraged agencies to strengthen this commitment, Merrick Garland says.
Workforce
Education Dept. and AFGE Reach a Settlement on Dozens of Complaints Stemming From 2018 Management Edict
A draconian collective bargaining agreement imposed without negotiating with the union, ended official time, removed workplace protections and implemented a scheme designed to cut off the union's dues collection.
Tech
TikTok Is an 'Enormous Threat,' the Leader of the Senate Intelligence Committee Says
Sen. Warner said the U.S. regulators have a "huge mountain to climb" when it comes to reducing risks from the massively popular, China-owned social media app.
Employee Policy
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness update ...
Savi's Tobin van Ostern joins our partner site podcast to discuss the PSLF and its future.
Management
FEMA Explores Outsourcing Much of the $2.5B Program for Northern New Mexico Fire Victims
A contract document gives new details on how the agency plans to run the program
Defense
Army: Renovating Moldy Barracks is Just the Beginning of Prepping for Climate Change
While the Army works to improve and renovate facilities across the globe, it feels it’s built “solid” against climate impacts to come.
Oversight