Management

Biden Says He Is ‘Recommitting to Good Government’ in Full Fiscal 2022 Budget Proposal

It previews priorities in the upcoming president’s management agenda, including scientific integrity, trust in government and equity in policy making. 

Management

Senate Has Passed Three Resolutions to Undo ‘Midnight’ Trump Regulations

Thursday is the estimated deadline for the Senate to use its fast-track authority under the Congressional Review Act.

Workforce

Coronavirus Roundup: Biden Asks Intelligence Community to ‘Redouble’ Investigations into COVID-19’s Origins

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

Report: Requirement for Federal Contractors to Pay $15 Minimum Wage Will Have ‘Minor’ Impact on Government Spending

Agencies still should be proactive in planning for implementation, consultancy says.

Oversight

Committee Advances Bill to Protect IGs from Political Retaliation 

The sweeping legislation addresses many issues raised during the Trump administration. 

Workforce

Coronavirus Roundup: Considerations for Feds’ Return to Offices; White House Uses Dating Apps to Boost Vaccinations 

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

Biden Requires Climate Considerations in Budget Process

The executive order is aimed at identifying and addressing the risks that climate change poses to Americans, the U.S. financial system and the federal government itself. 

Management

Biden Signs Law Directing Justice Department to Combat COVID-19 Hate Crimes

It requires the department to designate an employee to facilitate an expedited review of such crimes.

Management

Biden Expected to Unveil Full Budget Proposal Next Week, Without a Permanent OMB Director 

A veteran Capitol Hill staffer has been serving as the acting head of the Office of Management and Budget. 

Oversight

Justice Department Launches New COVID-19 Fraud Task Force

President Biden has been encouraging strong oversight of relief funds. 

Workforce

Coronavirus Roundup: Top CDC Career Official to Step Down; Another Smithsonian Museum Will Reopen

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

Vaccinated Individuals No Longer Need Masks in Federal Buildings

The Office of Management and Budget informed agencies following a change in public health guidance.

Management

Will COVID Vaccines Be Required for Federal Contractors, and How Would a Mandate Be Enforced? 

Increased vaccination rates and more people returning to the workplace raise these questions. 

Oversight

Watchdog Suggests 112 New Actions to Enhance Government Savings and Efficiency 

Taxpayer services, prison staffing and infectious disease modeling are some of the areas the Government Accountability Office listed as ripe for reforms. 

Oversight

Were Biden’s Ethics Waivers for Labor Ties Justified?

“Not all ethics waivers are bad,” said a former director of the Office of Government Ethics.