Should Political Appointees Have to Sign an Ethics Pledge?
Recently introduced legislation would require federal political appointees to sign an ethics pledge upon taking office.
Author: Ian Smith
Report: TSA Plagued by Misconduct Problems
A new House Committee report details serious misconduct problems among senior officials at the TSA.
Cost of Federal Employee Benefits Focus of New TSA Bill
Recently introduced legislation that would reform the TSA’s Screening Partnership Program puts a focus on the cost of federal employee benefits.
CBO Estimates Costs of Veterans’ Pension Legislation
CBO offered an analysis of what it would cost the government to pay for computational errors affecting veterans’ military service deposits and pensions.
Bolton Confirms China was Behind OPM Data Breaches
The White House confirmed that China is to blame for the two massive data breaches that exposed personal data of over 20 million federal employees.
Changes Coming Soon to the L Funds
The TSP announced that changes will be coming soon to the L funds.
Growing Bipartisan Opposition to the Proposed Pay Freeze
A growing number of lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle are urging President Trump to reconsider the proposed 2019 pay freeze.
New Law Will Give Some VA Federal Employees Additional Paid Leave
A new law will provide disabled veterans in medical positions at the VA with additional paid leave to seek medical treatment.
Lawmakers Express Opposition to the Pay Freeze
Several lawmakers have expressed their opposition to the proposed 2019 pay freeze and are working to implement a pay raise instead.
Bill Would Restore ALJs to Competitive Service
Recently introduced legislation would overturn one of President Trump’s executive orders and restore ALJs to the competitive service process.
