Agency News
Trump Signs VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act Into Law
The VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act has been signed into law by President Trump. Here is a recap of the provisions of the new law.
Legislation Introduced to Privatize Air Traffic Control
Legislation has been introduced in the House to privatize the nation’s air traffic control systems. It failed in the past, but could it succeed this time?
VA Secretary: Let’s Reform Official Time
346 VA employees work full time on union activities. The VA Secretary says reforming use of official time by unions is necessary. This reform will likely take a long time.
VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act Tackles the Issue of Firing Insufficient Workers Without Pitfalls
The VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act is expected to become law. These are some of the key changes impacting employee disciplinary procedures.
House Passes Bill That Would Establish Employee Awards Program at DHS
The House has passed legislation that would create a series of new initiatives to improve the morale of DHS employees.
EPA Officially Ends Employee Gym Membership Benefits
The EPA has announced that it will be formally ending its fitness benefits program for agency employees.
Supreme Court Rules Patent Office Cannot Restrict Free Speech
The Supreme Court has concluded that the Patent and Trademark Office cannot discriminate against trademark designations it deems disparaging or inappropriate.
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.
FSIP Members Discharged: Decisions on Hold
Members of the Federal Service Impasses Panel were discharged on May 18th. New decisions are now on hold.
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