Oversight
GSA Could Be Vulnerable to Security Threats From ‘Trusted Insiders’
Watchdog finds gaps in a program meant to protect personnel, facilities, operations and resources.
Management
Senator: Pandemic Makes Anti-Fraud Law More Important Than Ever
The Justice Department, Congress and whistleblowers must “remain very vigilant” due to the trillions of dollars spent in pandemic relief, said the senator.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Winter Storms Hamper Vaccine Shipments; an Update on Efforts to Combat Mask Fraud
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
House Republicans Call for Accounting of Unused COVID Relief Funds
Effort seeks to bolster transparency and accountability as Congress and the president are working to pass the next aid package.
Oversight
Justice IG Identifies Gaps in Whistleblower Protections for Contract Employees
The department said it’s working to ensure they know their rights.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Concerns Over Lack of FDA Administrator Nominee; Agencies Consider Post-Pandemic Work Structure
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Federal Bureau of Prisons Launches New Hiring Effort
Staff recruitment and retention have been long-term challenges, despite a decrease in the inmate population.
Management
Senators Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency of Federal Spending
President Biden’s nominee for OMB director testified she would champion transparency and oversight.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Transportation Secretary in Quarantine; FDA Gives Emergency Authorization to Another Antibody Treatment
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Biden's OMB Nominee Vows to Ensure Transparency and Government Efficiency
Neera Tanden testified Tuesday for the first of two confirmation hearings.
Management
Senate To Take Up Impeachment Amid Confirming Key Biden Administration Nominees
President Biden has seven high-level nominees approved so far.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Biden Administration Invokes Defense Production Act; Ongoing Talks About a Pre-flight COVID Testing Mandate
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Rocky Presidential Transition Prompts Calls for Changes in the Law
The delay in the formal start of the changeover, coronavirus pandemic and President Trump’s lawsuits all presented challenges.
Oversight
Democrats Reintroduce Bill to Protect Employees Who Blow the Whistle on COVID Funds Misuse
Congress is working on the next massive relief package.
Management
Labor and Environmental Groups Optimistic Biden’s EPA Pick Can Rebuild Trust
Still, the nominee would have a lot of work ahead of him if confirmed, advocates note.
Management
Homeland Security Department Prepares for Super Bowl Amid the Pandemic
“We’re seeing seamless cooperation in all levels of the government,” said one DHS official.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: ‘Federal Workforce Safety’ Added to List of Top Challenges During the Pandemic
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
Watchdog Finds ‘Minimal Oversight’ of Program to Help Workers Who Lose Their Jobs Following Disasters
IG proposes improvements based on a Labor Department agency’s response to 2017 hurricanes and wildfires.
Management
Records Transfer from the Trump White House is a Work in Progress
Watchdog groups and Democratic lawmakers have raised concerns about Trump officials’ records management.
Management