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Management
House Democrats Seek to Reduce Corporate Influence in the Federal Government
A group of progressive-leaning House Democrats urged the Senate to not confirm lobbyists or C-suite officials for political appointments.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Report Finds Agency Websites ‘Missing the Mark’ on COVID Communications
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
From Intern to Chief Human Capital Officer: Miriam Cohen Reflects on a Federal Career
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s outgoing top HR executive spent more than three decades in government service.
Oversight
USDA Secretary Violated Hatch Act With August Speech, Watchdog Finds
Secretary Sonny Perdue needs to reimburse the taxpayers for costs associated with the speech, Office of Special Counsel says.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: CDC has ‘Limited Role’ in White House Contact Tracing; White House Employees at Risk
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Civilian Agency Contract Spending Reaches Record High in Fiscal 2020
The novel coronavirus pandemic largely contributed to the increase, Bloomberg Government reported.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Vice Presidential Candidates Debate Pandemic; Thousands Could Have Been Infected from White House Outbreak
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Featured eBooks
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: More Top Officials Test Positive or Go Into Quarantine; HHS Whistleblower Resigns
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Trump Orders Agencies to Tackle Coronavirus-Related Mental Health Challenges
A multi-agency working group must develop a plan within 45 days.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: White House Objects to FDA’s Proposed Vaccine Guidelines; EPA Union Members Vote ‘No Confidence’ on Wheeler
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Workforce
Fauci and Other Exceptional Feds to Be Honored at Service to America Awards
Ten government winners among 27 finalists will be recognized at the annual “Oscars of government service.”
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Secret Service and Doctors Condemn Trump’s Hospital Drive-By; White House, Not CDC, Pushed for Pandemic Migrant Policy
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
President Signs Bill to Allow Electric Vehicle Charges on Government Purchase Cards
The bipartisan bill saves taxpayers money and boosts energy efficiency, senators say.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Trump Tests Positive for Coronavirus; More Calls for Investigations Into Political Interference
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Featured eBooks
Management
House Passes Bill to Protect Federal Employees Returning to Workplaces
The Senate introduced a companion version on Wednesday.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Pandemic IG Seeks Greater Hiring Authority; FOIA Requests Delayed During Pandemic
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Despite President’s Comments, Transition Efforts Required By Law Are Underway
The Trump administration so far has met all of its requirements to prepare for the transition to a second term or a new president.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Trump and Biden Spar Over Pandemic During Debate; Former FDA Commissioners Condemn Political Interference
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Hotline is Open to Report Contractors’ Defiance of New EO on Diversity Training
The recent executive order bans certain employee diversity and inclusion training the White House considers divisive.
Workforce