Travel
FAA is Facing a Looming Staffing Crisis as Post-Pandemic Needs Grow
Lawmakers suggest expanding the workforce pool to fill shortages, noting the aviation industry is overwhelmingly staffed by white men.
GSA Announces Travel Per Diem Rates, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
FAA-Caused Flight Delays in New York Preview Potential 'Crisis' in Coming Years
The agency says it is addressing staffing shortages that have contributed to an unusually disruptive summer, but groups warn FAA is not sufficiently planning.
A Federal Employee Group Has Renewed Calls for Agencies to Protect Workers Post-Roe
Among the requests are for administrative leave and travel reimbursement for federal workers who must travel across state lines to receive abortion services, as well as the ability to opt out of relocating to states that ban the procedure.
No Restrictions for Fully Vaccinated Feds on Official Travel
The Safer Federal Workforce Task Force released new guidance for employees.
The Federal Government May Need to Play a Role in Vaccine Credentials, Despite Reluctance
The Biden administration has repeatedly said there will be no federal mandate, but it may be difficult to sit on the sidelines as states and businesses develop their own policies, some experts say.
White House Asks Agencies to Stop All Travel That Is Not Mission Critical
Work trips to areas with community spread of the virus should only be undertaken if they are critical to protecting life and property, OMB says.
House Is Investigating Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao’s Possible Conflicts of Interest
The Oversight and Reform Committee is requesting documents related to her family’s company, financial investments and travel.
Federal Travelers Will Get a Small Per Diem Boost in 2020
The General Services Administration has made a number of changes to non-standard area designations, where reimbursement rates are higher.
National Security Agency Travelers Misspent $285,000, Watchdog Finds
Audit of secret trips calls for discipline, modernization and better training.
Senator Questions Executive Travel During Shutdown
Democrat wants documents from multiple agencies, citing "culture of wasteful spending."
White House Widens Its Clampdown on Congressional Travel
After cancellation of Pelosi trip, OMB instructs agency security teams to get permission.
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