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Management
Biden to Nominate former HUD Official to Lead Federal Procurement Office
If confirmed, Biniam Gebre would play a leading role in administering the administration’s ambitious management plans.
Oversight
Senator Seeks Information on ‘Rogue’ Commerce Department Unit
The Investigative and Threat Management Service is alleged to have targeted department employees and wrongly engaged in counterintelligence operations.
Oversight
Watchdog Takes Up Review on Controversial Alzheimer’s Drug Approval
The FDA commissioner requested the investigation.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Unvaccinated Feds Who Refuse Testing Will Face Discipline; Questions on CDC’s Data for New Mask Guidance
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Contracting Association Calls for Extension of COVID-19 Leave Provision
This will help the government prepare for the next emergency, says the Professional Services Council.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: White House Will Be Looking Into the Possibility of More Vaccine Requirements for Feds
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
FBI Agent Used Photos of Young Female Support Staff in Undercover Sex Stings
The images, of staffers not certified to work on undercover investigations, potentially put the women in danger, IG says.
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Oversight
Agriculture IG Named Acting Watchdog of Federal Housing Finance Agency
The office has been under scrutiny by lawmakers and an IG committee.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Pandemic IG Asks for Expansion of Jurisdiction Again; GAO Looks at Contracting and Federal Prisons During COVID
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Biden: Onsite Contractors Must Attest to Vaccine Status or Be Subject to Restrictions
The White House rolled out a slew of initiatives to boost vaccinations in the United States.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Agencies Update Mask Guidelines; Watchdogs Examine VA and IRS Facilities During COVID
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Biden Administration Releases ‘Made in America’ Proposed Rule
This is one of the Biden team’s procurement reforms.
Management
Biden Weighs Vaccine Mandate for the Federal Workforce
Yes, your agency can require you to get one, despite the fact that vaccines have been issued only under emergency use authorization by the FDA.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: CDC Expected to Release New Guidelines for Vaccinated People; Agencies Provide Resources for Long-COVID
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
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Management
Democrats Seek Interviews to Better Understand Possible Political Interference in Early Coronavirus Response
The lawmakers are looking to speak with 11 current and former health officials, including some career employees.
Management
VA Mandates Vaccines for Health Care Workers
“It’s the best way to keep veterans safe, especially as the Delta variant spreads across the country,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Issues Guidance on Telework, Pay and Travel As Feds Return to Offices
The 38-page document assists agencies with short- and long-term planning.
Management
Lawmakers Seek Answers on Drug Inspection Delays During the Pandemic
The FDA said earlier this week that domestic inspections are getting back to normal.
Management
Homeland Security Cancels Two Border Wall Contracts
These are the first cancellations since DHS released its plan for unobligated border wall funds in June.
Workforce