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Lawmakers file discharge petition, aiming to force floor vote on WEP, GPO bill

The discharge petition the lawmakers filed requires 218 signatures — a simple House majority — to force a floor vote, possibly ending WEP and GPO for good.

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Congress Budget

Speaker Johnson pushes ahead on funding bill with proof of citizenship mandate despite dim prospects

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Feds working overseas face 22% pay cut, if Congress doesn’t reauthorize necessary funds

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2024 Sammies highlight extraordinary work of public servants at ‘vital’ time

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Whether feds are in the office or teleworking, experts say it’s all about results

OMB's new federal telework report is nearly 3,000 pages. But workplace experts said even in that much space, some agencies still aren't telling the right story.

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Feds with Benefits: An introduction, and advice about Medicare Part B

Consumers’ Checkbook Senior Editor Kevin Moss introduces his new column on FEHB benefits, and kicks things off with some advice on Medicare Part B.

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Federal News Network's New Hire Guide

Federal News Network's New Hire Guide

New to civil service? We created this guide to provide insights and pointers to first-time feds. Be inspired by careerists and also get pointers to make the transition to your new job as smooth as possible. (Pssst: It includes health and life insurance cheat sheets too!)

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Federal employees have the opportunity to be a part of the world's largest and most successful workplace charity campaign

Federal employees have the opportunity to be a part of the world's largest and most successful workplace charity campaign

The Combined Federal Campaign giving season has officially begun! Federal employees have the opportunity to be a part of the world's largest and most successful workplace charity campaign by supporting wide-reaching non-profit organizations. Give today: https://cfcgiving.opm.gov/welcome

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DCSA rolling out continuous vetting to a million more feds

“DCSA plays a critical role in executing Trusted Workforce 2.0 objectives as the largest provider of personnel vetting services,” Heather Green said.

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Congress Budget

House Republicans push to link government funding to a citizenship check for new voters

House Speaker Mike Johnson has teed up a vote this week on a bill that would keep the federal government funded for six more months.

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Government Shutdown

Contractors handicap the possibility of a government shutdown

“There’s really no telling just how much of an impact election year politics could have if we do face a shutdown,” Larry Allen said.

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Department of interior

Interior's scientific integrity policy doesn't sit well with some scientists

“Confidentiality is anathema to the purpose of these policies, which is to restore public trust,” Jeff Ruch said.

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The Defense Department explores how to make hydrogen fuel on the go

“The unique solution that we’ve created combines atmospheric water generation where we suck the water from the humidity in the air,” Lanson Jones said.

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Talking to the TravelGov social media team

The dynamic social media duo finds a new tone for State Department’s travel handle.

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House Republicans lead $3B VA supplement to fix year-end budget shortfall

VA officials told Congress about the $15 billion total budget shortfall in July. Lawmakers say it’s the largest funding gap in the department’s history.

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Lawmakers file discharge petition, aiming to force floor vote on WEP, GPO bill

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Feds working overseas face 22% pay cut, if Congress doesn’t reauthorize necessary funds

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Technology

IRS-Tax Gap Estimates

Paper-flooded IRS campus once faced closure. Now it’s the model for its modernization plans

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AP Poll Polarization

How the next administration can make government more effective, restore trust

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Workforce

IRS-Tax Gap Estimates

Paper-flooded IRS campus once faced closure. Now it’s the model for its modernization plans

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Feds working overseas face 22% pay cut, if Congress doesn’t reauthorize necessary funds

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