The National Treasury Employees Union says the IRS will “partially close” if Congress triggers a lapse in appropriations.
The massively bipartisan Chance to Compete Act aims to modernize federal hiring — but experts say limitations in HR offices could stunt its potential, while others think the bill doesn’t take hiring reform far enough.
These are their stories.
Updated with the Small Business Administration’s plans: Federal News Network is compiling a list of agencies that have so far made return-to-office announcements for their employees. The list will be regularly refreshed as we learn more.
Federal News Network's Cyber Leaders Exchange is available on-demand, featuring deep dives into efforts across government to bring the White House vision to life and strengthen federal cyber capabilities, including a panel with three executives from the Department of the Navy!
DHS’ recommendations come amid a growing patchwork of cyber incident reporting rules and regulations.
The Pentagon is beginning a new effort to contact former service members who may have been forced out of the military and deprived of years of benefits due to policies targeting their sexual orientation, starting with those who served under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”
The Postal Service is looking to cut costs by building up its career workforce and hiring far fewer temporary, seasonal employees to prepare for the year-end holiday season.
A growing number of commercial HCM platforms, boasting FEDRAMP certifications, are now accessible to federal agencies. These platforms bring innovations that have been proven in the competitive private sector, offering promising tools to modernize HR operations in Federal.
September is suicide prevention month, with lots of prevention information coming out of places like the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. A year in, the federally-backed 988 suicide prevention line has received millions of calls. But now we take a moment to celebrate how service dogs can help with the persistent problem of veteran suicide. For details, Federal Drive Host Tom Temin talked with Cole Lyle, the Executive Director of the Veterans Advocate group called, “Mission Role Call.”
As autumn brings renewed thoughts of financial plans, Open Season for the federal health benefits plans is approaching.
Too many veterans fail to thrive after they leave the military. It’s called employment instability. Federal Drive with Tom Temin spoke with an expert on military transitioning. Bill Toti is a highly decorated former Navy captain, who, among other things, skippered a submarine. Later he found success in high-ranking positions at technology companies. Now, he’s the author of a new book, “From CO to CEO.” The book is full of ideas for how to transition successfully out the military.
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