Nextgov
DOJ Issues Guidance for Enforcing Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
Nearly a decade after the death of open-access advocate Aaron Schwartz, his legacy is still playing out in cybersecurity policy.
Tech
Federal CIO: The Tech is 'The Easy Part' of Improving Customer Service
Blockers to implementing service improvements frequently center around policy and process requirements, top tech officials said at the Code for America Summit on Tuesday.
Management
The House Backs a Bid to Launch New Federal Offices Focused on Domestic Terrorism and Rooting Out Extremism in Government
The measure's future beyond the House is unclear as Republicans decry bureaucracy and federal overreach.
Pay & Benefits
A Few Feds Might Be Eligible for a Bigger Tax Refund from Trump’s Social Security Tax Deferral
The IRS sent out a notice that some might need to file an amended return, but most federal employees don’t need to worry about it.
Management
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv Resumes Operations
It’s been three months since Russia started the war in Ukraine.
Nextgov
DHS Disinformation Board ‘Paused’ After Criticism, Chief Resigns
The official tapped to lead the board resigned Wednesday.
Defense
Pentagon May Give Sweden and Finland More Security Aid
Russia has issued vague threats over the countries' applications to join the alliance.
Employee Policy
MSPB, discrimination and whistleblowers
Attorney Dan Meyer discusses a Merit Systems Protection Board ruling that will affect federal employees, on our partner GovExec's daily podcast.
Pay
Bill would standardize fed retiree COLAs
A bill pending in Congress would provide FERS and CSRS retirees the same cost of living increases, as an annual percentage.
Management
It’s Impossible to Determine Your Personal COVID-19 Risks and Frustrating to Try – but You Can Still Take Action
People want a simple answer. Is this action safe? But despite Anthony Fauci bouncing responsibility for COVID-19 risk assessment to individuals, your risk can’t be boiled down to one probability.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: Lessons Learned from the Homeland Security Vaccine Rollout
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss how DHS got its workforce vaccinated.
Oversight
DHS IG Says He Did Not Mishandle the Agency’s Reports on Sexual Harassment and Domestic Violence
The Project On Government Oversight – the outside oversight group that brought these claims – pushed back on Joseph Cuffari’s letter to lawmakers.
Management
Biden Says Agencies Will Be Ready for Hurricane Season. But a Watchdog Is Warning of Shortfalls
Federal responders will have what they need, president says. GAO says the government should do more to help local communities prepare.
Tech
The Pentagon Is Closing in on 'Ethical' AI Implementation
The Defense Department released guidance for using AI responsibly last year.
Nextgov
Defense Officials Review AI Initiatives Within New Office
A House committee hearing questioned defense officials about the agency's new AI officer role and the ethics underpinning emerging tech.
Pay & Benefits
A Bill to Standardize Federal Retiree Cost of Living Raises, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Tech
The Postal Service Should 'Act Swiftly' To Scale Up Identity Services, IG Says
USPS is working with the General Services Administration on more in-person options for Login.gov, according to a new whitepaper from the U.S. Postal Service's Inspector General.
Employee Policy
Lessons from DHS's early COVID-19 vaccine campaign
Issues early on hampered DHS meeting its vaccination goals, but then vaccinations became widely available.
Employee Policy