Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Updated Boosters for Youngsters and More Time to Get Your Real ID
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
No Inmate Transfer ‘Should be Handled Like Bulger’s,” Federal Watchdog Says
The Justice Department’s inspector general issued a series of recommended reforms in response to the killing of mobster James “Whitey” Bulger just hours after a move to a new prison.
Employee Policy
DOD finally has a permanent watchdog
“I shall continue to be true to the principle of nonpartisanship that is a hallmark of the IG system,” Robert Storch said during his confirmation hearing.
Oversight
Inspector General Reforms Could Be on the Horizon
The negotiated version of the National Defense Authorization Act contains language to protect IGs from political interference and help them do their jobs better.
Management
The Bureau of Indian Affairs and FBI Are Trying to Be Better Law Enforcement Partners
A new agreement bolsters information sharing, defines roles and more.
Oversight
The Defense Department Finally Has a Permanent Watchdog
“I shall continue to be true to the principle of nonpartisanship that is a hallmark of the IG system,” Robert Storch said during his confirmation hearing.
Employee Policy
A look at trailblazing women at the U.S. Marshals Service over the years
The nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency recently signed onto a pledge to boost female recruitment.
Workforce
Not Many Federal Law Enforcement Officers Are Women. The Marshals Service Is Looking to Change That
The nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency sees diversity as “mission essential,” said its director.
Management
A Look at Trailblazing Women at the U.S. Marshals Service Over the Years
The nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency recently signed onto a pledge to boost female recruitment.
Management
The Latest Improper Payment Numbers Are Here, But What Do They Mean?
The Office of Management and Budget published its annual governmentwide report on improper payments, but a fraud expert says they aren’t entirely reliable.
Management
Fauci’s Farewell: His Legacy, The New Booster and Forthcoming Congressional Oversight
Dr. Anthony Fauci gave his likely last appearance at the White House briefing on Tuesday as he prepares to leave the federal government after a more than five-decade career.
Employee Policy
AG wants to better help fed employees with limited English proficiency
It's been over a decade since the department encouraged agencies to strengthen this commitment, Merrick Garland says.
Employee Policy
NARA’s Chief Innovator won big last week
Pamela Wright’s “exceptional executive leadership is invaluable to NARA, our strategic goals, and our mission,” said the acting archivist of the United States.
Management
The Attorney General Wants to Better Help Those With Limited English Proficiency
It's been over a decade since the department encouraged agencies to strengthen this commitment, Merrick Garland says.
Employee Policy
WH requests more COVID funding, Again
The news comes as part of a roundup of this week’s related developments and stories you may have missed.
Management
NARA’s Chief Innovator Won Big Last Week
Pamela Wright’s “exceptional executive leadership is invaluable to NARA, our strategic goals, and our mission,” said the acting archivist of the United States.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: White House Asks for More COVID Funding, Again
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
How the Hatch Act Fared in the Lead-Up to the Midterm Elections
Allegations and violations this year were not much different from previous years, according to the Office of Special Counsel.
Employee Policy
Biden’s nominee for regulations czar heads to full Senate
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 9-2 to report the nomination out of committee.
Management