Management
New Interagency Council Will Further ‘Made in America’ Efforts
“From day one, President Biden has made clear that when the federal government spends taxpayer dollars, it should support American workers and businesses,” said an administration official.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: One Year of the Biden COVID-19 Response
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
Watchdog: FDA Needs a Central Workforce Plan to Help Meet Public Health Mission
The agency faces stiff competition from private sector employers, said the Government Accountability Office.
Workforce
Justice Department Alumni Support Accountability for Jan. 6 Capitol Attack
“There is no good reason” not to include President Trump in the department’s inquiries, they wrote.
Oversight
Lawmakers Question Agencies on Implementation of Customer Service Act
The law requires agencies to accept digital signatures to authorize congressional offices to help constituents.
Management
Agency Strengthens Support for American Indians and Alaska Natives in Federal Contracting
The Indian Health Service announced a final rule to further the Buy Indian Act.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: More Tax Season Concerns; FDA Administrator Nomination Advances
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Almost One Year In: Biden’s Track Record on Nominations and Confirmations
The process underscores the challenges with so many positions needing Senate confirmation, the Partnership for Public Service said in a new report.
Management
Marijuana Use ‘Remains Relevant, But Not Determinative’ for Security Clearances
The increasing number of states and localities that have decriminalized marijuana prompted a guidance update.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Contracts for COVID Tests Awarded; Pentagon Heightens Restrictions
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Information Sought on the ‘Future of Work’ for Feds
The topics of inquiry align with the president’s management agenda.
Employee Policy
Smithsonian Leaders and Union Representatives Disagree Over Museum Openings
Many Smithsonian facilities are located in Washington, D.C., which has experienced a surge in coronavirus cases due to the spread of the Omicron variant.
Management
After Communication Confusion, CDC Holds Solo Press Briefing
The CDC director anticipates Friday’s briefing will be “the first of many.”
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Biden’s Vaccine Rules Get Their Day in (Supreme) Court
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Smithsonian Leaders and Union Representatives Disagree Over Museum Openings
Many Smithsonian facilities are located in Washington, D.C., which has experienced a surge in coronavirus cases due to the spread of the Omicron variant.
Management
Federal Prisons Agency Director to Retire
This “is an opportunity for new, reform-minded leadership,” said a top Democratic lawmaker.
Management
Federal Agencies Highlight Security Improvements A Year After Capitol Attack
The Homeland Security Department said officials do not “have information indicating any specific or credible threats related to the anniversary.”
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: CDC Guidance Updates; Another Challenge to the National Guard Vaccine Mandate
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
One Year Later: Documenting the Attack on the U.S. Capitol
The Smithsonian Institution shares its archiving efforts as the one-year anniversary of the siege of the Capitol approaches.
Management