Ian Smith
Ian Smith is one of the co-founders of FedSmith.com. He enjoys writing about current topics that affect the federal workforce.
Legislation Reintroduced to Give Tax Credit to Federal Employees Serving in Combat Zones
Legislation has been introduced to give the same tax credit to federal employees that military personnel get when working in a combat zone.
Letters Express Opposition to Proposed Benefits Cuts
Two letters were sent last week to Congress expressing opposition to proposed cuts to federal employee benefits in the White House’s budget proposal.
OMB Orders Elimination of Dozens of Agency Reporting Requirements
The Trump Administration plans to eliminate numerous regulations to ease the paperwork burden on federal agencies.
Senators Want Details About Accused NSA Leaker’s Security Clearance
Two Senators have asked OPM to provide details about the security clearance that was granted to NSA contractor Reality Winner.
TSA Testing New Fingerprint Scanners in Lieu of Boarding Passes
The TSA is testing new fingerprint scanning technology at two airports that has the potential to replace the need for boarding passes and identity documents.
FBI Seeking Information on Congressional Baseball Shooter
The FBI has released details on the shooter who left one Congressman critically injured and is asking for tips to aid their investigation.
COVFEFE Act Would Make Trump’s Tweets Formal Government Records
One Member of Congress wants to make sure that President Trump’s tweets are codified as official government records by law.
How Can VA Services Be Improved? Ask Veterans What Needs Fixing
One Congressman wants to ask veterans what needs fixing at the VA to make needed reforms at the agency.
Should You Opt Into the New Blended Retirement System?
The Thrift Savings Plan has provided information to help military service members decide if they should move to the new Blended Retirement System.
Michael Moore Asks Federal Employees to Blow the Whistle on the Trump Administration
Michael Moore has set up a website that encourages whistleblowers to share information with him about the Trump administration.
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