Employee Policy
Coronavirus roundup: The federal government's next steps on vaccines, and more ...
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Pay
Congress nears $7B investment in VA workforce, new facilities
Pay raises, student loan repayment and new recruiting tools are part of the sweeping package as lawmakers prepare VA for a surge of new patients.
Management
A Noose Was Found at a Federal Facility in Tennessee
“A noose blatantly violates our policies and work rules and will not be tolerated,” said a spokesperson for the contractor that operates the facility.
Defense
As More Aviation Accidents Pile Up, Key Safety Recommendations Remain Undone
Pentagon officials say they’re still working on the December 2020 suggestions of a congressional commission.
Workforce
Digital Corps Launches with 41 Fellows Across 13 Agencies
The program, run out of the General Services Administration, is meant to help government woo early-career tech talent.
Defense
Black and Hispanic Vet Mental Health Improved after Obama’s Election
After the presidential election of Barack Obama, Black and Hispanic veterans, on average, experienced about two fewer poor mental health days a month.
Management
GovExec Daily: Can Banks Be a Force for Good?
Financial analyst and author Chris Skinner joins the podcast to discuss his new book.
Tech
Why Biden Just Declared Heat Pumps and Solar Panels Essential to National Defense
Other presidents used the Defense Production Act to boost fossil fuel supplies. Biden is using it to replace them with clean energy. But just ramping up production isn’t enough.
Workforce
Congress Closes in on a Nearly $7B Investment in the VA Workforce and New Facilities
Pay raises, student loan repayment and new recruiting tools are part of the sweeping package as lawmakers prepare VA for a surge of new patients.
Employee Policy
Regulator: More elements of DeJoy's plan for USPS are disruptive, unrealistic
This time, the criticisms address Postal Service plans to deliver some packages more quickly.
Retirement
NARFE: For retirement, document all civilian and military work credits
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association is hosting an upcoming online event that will help you to safeguard your full retirement.
Pay & Benefits
The TSP Board's Nominees Have Now Been Confirmed, With One Exception
Biden's pick to chair the federal government’s 401(k)-style retirement savings program’s board must go through a more arduous process.
Management
As More Monkeypox Cases Pop Up, the Federal Government is Bulking Up its Supply of Vaccines
Monkeypox cases are increasing, but no deaths have been reported.
Retirement
Social Security, COLAs, earnings limits and more
Answers to reader questions on pressing issues.
Oversight
House Approves Massive $31 Billion 'Ike Dike' Project to Protect Texas Coast from Hurricanes
The U.S. House voted to authorize the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin planning for the massive coastal barrier project in Galveston Bay, but funding is not yet secured. The largest civil engineering project in U.S. history would permanently alter the Texas coast.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: The Federal Government Plans for Young Kids’ Vaccines Amid Funding Crunch
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
More Reality Checks Could Help Keep Defense Programs on Time and Budget, GAO Says
The Pentagon has long espoused “knowledge-based acquisition,” but doesn’t insist on it.
TSP
The TSP board's nominees all have been confirmed—with one exception
Biden's pick to chair the retirement’s savings program’s board must go through a more arduous process.
Workforce
1 Cup of Coffee a Day May Reduce Kidney Injury Risk
Drinking at least one cup of coffee a day may reduce the risk of acute kidney injury, according to a new study.
Management