Management
Deal to Avoid Shutdown Isn't Likely to Include Trump's Proposed 2017 Cuts
Congress looks to avoid another CR; White House won’t say if it will demand wall funding.
Management
Trump Instructs Federal Agencies to Stop Considering Climate Change
President reverses Obama's efforts to make the government more green.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Agencies Are Spending More on Employees Conducting Union Activities
Justice, Homeland Security see biggest spikes in official time usage.
Management
Trump Pledges New Office to Bring Business Innovation to Government Operations
Several elements mirror previous presidential efforts.
Pay & Benefits
With Potential 2017 Cuts Looming, OPM Updates Furlough and RIF Guidance
Budget experts say furloughs are likely this year if Congress enacts Trump’s proposed spending levels.
Management
Lawmakers, Officials Agree Being Alive Shouldn’t Be Sole Factor for Defense Promotions
Senators pledge bipartisan legislation reforming the civilian personnel system.
Management
Postal Service Asks Its Regulator to Stop Regulating Its Prices
Detractors say third-party must shield consumers from government-protected monopoly.
Management
Trump Fans and Critics Alike Question the Proposed Hiring Surge at Homeland Security
Senators and unions cast doubt on the plan’s feasibility and necessity.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmaker Looks to Expedite Federal Firings, Demotions and Pay Cuts
Bill would allow for one level of appeal.
Oversight
Supreme Court Limits Who Can Be Appointed as an Acting Agency Leader
Ruling could bring into question decisions made at OPM during Obama administration.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Managers Still Think Teleworkers Perform Worse, Report Finds
Some supervisors remain reluctant to fully adopt telework initiatives.
Management
The 10 Largest Programs on Trump’s Chopping Block
Thousands of federal employees could see their jobs functions eliminated.
Management
House Approves Measures Reforming VA Hiring and Firing
Trump administration is on board, but Senate remains a question.
Management
House Committee Clears Postal Reform Bill, Claims 'Big Day'
Lawmakers optimistic that near unanimous backing will finally allow bill to reach the president's desk.
Management
Trump Requests Dramatic Budget Cuts for the Rest of This Year, Too
$18 billion in domestic agency funding reductions in the remainder of fiscal 2017 would offset border wall, other priorities.
Management
Winners and Losers in Trump's Cut-Filled Budget
The president's "skinny" budget still looks to trim lots of fat.
Management
Border Agency Promises Not to Sacrifice Quality for Speed in Hiring
Officials say Trump’s target number of new employees may not prove necessary after the wall is built.
Management
EPA Employees Vow to 'Stand Up! Fight Back!' Against New Administration, Budget Cuts
Trump administration is reportedly considering cutting one-fourth of EPA funding, with the goal of eliminating 20 percent of its workforce.
Management
Why Trump's Budget Cuts Are Even More Severe Than Advertised
By one measure, Trump’s proposals represent a 25 percent reduction to domestic agencies.
Management