Management
Is Investing in Fraud Prevention a Smart Financial Decision?
Agencies are often reluctant to proactively manage fraud, possibly because they have no idea how big a problem it is.
Nextgov
Feds Must Start Preparing for Their Future Jobs, NSF CIO Says
A new National Science Foundation app could help federal employees actively position themselves as part of the future workforce.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Let's Save The California Forest. Grab a Rake.
In California, President Donald Trump suggests wildfire prevention starts with forest floor maintenance.
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A Growing Need for Aging-in-Place Services in Suburbs and Rural Areas
A new Harvard study found that the share of older adults living in low-density metro census tracts grew by more than 6 million people from 2000 to 2016.
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Farm Bill Could Result In Food Stamp Changes for States and Recipients
States would get a heavier paperwork burden and 600,000 to 900,000 impoverished households could see a cut in food stamp benefits, a Mathematica analysis says.
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A Thanksgiving Tradition: Cooking Mishaps That Keep First Responders Busy
Give thanks to those fighting major wildfires, but also to those who will respond to your deep-fried turkey disaster or when you simply forget about the yams in the oven.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Pay Raise Rests in the Balance as Parties Float Riders to Spending Package
With eight legislative days left before a shutdown deadline, Trump and Democrats seek additions to must-pass legislation.
Nextgov
Hurd Wins Reelection Battle
One of federal tech’s most outspoken advocates will officially be back for a third term.
Management
The Border Wall's Return on Investment Is Dubious
Low-skill workers earn one cent in extra income for every 19 cents the government spends on walling off Mexico.
Management
Legal, Ethical Challenges Mount for Acting Attorney General
Legal scholars say Matthew Whitaker’s appointment is illegal; Justice Department hasn’t released his financial disclosure forms.
Management
CBP Has an 'Urgent' Need for Riot Gear, According to Contracting Documents
Trump has likened the caravan to an "invasion"— and Customs and Border Protection seems to want its agents ready for one.
Pay & Benefits
A Plea for Tax Help for Relocating Feds, Locality Pay on Track for 2019
A weekly round-up of pay and benefits news.
Management
Federal Leaders Are Highly Educated, And That Can Be a Problem
The people you serve are your ultimate bosses—make sure you’re communicating with them effectively.
Management
Pentagon Lags on Policing Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable Contracts
Some contracting officers may not be applying the required criteria, GAO warns.
Nextgov
Intel Agencies Lack 'Adequate Tech' for FOIA Requests
A recently published inspector general report shows a more coordinated technology approach could help intelligence agencies fulfill Freedom of Information Act inquiries in a timely manner.
Oversight
Everything's Political to Trump, Even Killing Osama Bin Laden
In an interview on Fox News, the president dismissed William McRaven as a Hillary Clinton ‘fan’ and asked why it took so long to get the al-Qaeda leader.
Management
The Key To Workplace Productivity Is Not an App
Tips from three productivity app founders on how to manage your workplace software.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Updating the Mission Formerly Known As 'Operation Faithful Patriot'
James Mattis says he doesn't "anticipate military personnel coming in direct contact with migrants,"
News
Trump: ‘This Would be a Very Good Time to do a Shutdown’
It’s impossible to predict how the president and Congress will reconcile their budget differences in the coming days.
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