Workforce
How the Omicron Subvariant BA.5 Became a Master of Disguise – and What It Means for the Current COVID-19 Surge
Face masks are still an effective way to help stop the spread of the BA.5 subvariant.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Officials Say They’re Nearing ‘Normalcy’ After a Troublesome Recordkeeper Transition
Wait times on the customer service number for the federal government’s 401(k)-style retirement savings plan are down from over two hours to 15 minutes on average.
Exclusive
Defense
The National Guard Is Considering a Major Expansion in the Indo-Pacific
In an interview, Gen. Dan Hokanson says Guard seeks to amplify its training presence because of China’s increased aggressiveness.
Employee Policy
Immigration judges union, busted by the Trump Administration, seeks new election
The National Association of Immigration Judges is pursuing two tracks to becoming recertified as a federal employee union and recognized by management at the Justice Department.
Employee Policy
Experts to Congress: Restore EPA enforcement staffing and funding for environmental justice
Since 2011, enforcement budget has declined by nearly 30 percent.
Retirement
How to plan for your retirement
Guests from over the last year on the GovExec podcast discuss the TSP, planning and preparation for your life after work.
Workforce
Family and Friends May Beat Stats in COVID-19 Vax Persuasion
Signals people receive from family and friends may have more influence over the likelihood they'll get a COVID-19 vaccine than public health messages.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: Hybrid Work in Government is Here to Stay
Cisco's Marcus Moffett joins the podcast to discuss a new report on the future of public sector hybrid work.
Route Fifty
Monkeypox Forces a New Public Health Test on Local Governments
Experts point to steps health departments and others can take to meet the challenges posed by the spreading disease.
Workforce
An Immigration Judges Union That Was Busted by the Trump Administration Is Seeking A New Election
The National Association of Immigration Judges is pursuing two tracks to becoming recertified as a federal employee union and recognized by management at the Justice Department.
Management
To Prevent Another 'Sharpiegate,' House to Vote on Elevating Protections for Career Scientists at NOAA
An infamous incident under President Trump prompts lawmakers to look to better shield experts at NOAA from political interference.
Employee Policy
WH promises transparency around Biden’s COVID diagnosis
Much has happened over the past week, and here are some updates and stories you may have missed.
Benefits
Security clearance experts encourage national security workers to seek mental health treatment
The government and private sector are pushing to improve the narrative around mental health care.
Employee Policy
OMB unpauses plan to rethink the federal property footprint
Agencies have a December deadline for developing real property capital plans. The administration wants them to think about how their property needs might change after COVID-19.
Management
The Federal Government Plans to ‘Step Up Our Work’ on Monkeypox After WHO Declaration
The Biden administration has faced pressure from lawmakers and others to do more on the outbreak.
Management
American Public Health Institutions Need to Rebuild Public Trust, University of Idaho Research Finds
Throughout the pandemic, many have spread false and misleading information about coronavirus vaccines and treatments.
Employee Policy
Biden officials are defending telework policies assailed by Republicans
Officials from OPM and OMB emphasize that they are focused on improving agencies’ customer service and reforming the recruitment of early career talent into the federal workforce.
Oversight
Experts to Congress: Restore EPA Enforcement Staffing and Funding for Environmental Justice
Since 2011, enforcement budget has declined by nearly 30 percent.
Pay & Benefits
GovExec Daily: How to Plan For Your Retirement
GovExec Daily guests from the last year discuss the TSP, planning and preparation for your life after work.
Tech