Shutdown Means IRS Will Collect Your Taxes But Not Pay Refunds
The IRS contingency plan says the agency will continue to collect taxes in a shutdown but does not pay refunds.
Agency News
Stay updated with the latest federal agency news, including developments affecting federal agencies, agency operations, workforce policy, and federal employees across government. This category covers OPM guidance, agency leadership changes, federal workforce initiatives, management directives, oversight reports, GAO and IG findings, and legislation impacting agency operations. Follow breaking updates on federal hiring, telework and workplace policies, agency performance, and major actions shaping how federal agencies serve the public and support their employees.
Bill Would Abolish Numerous Federal Agencies
A bill recently introduced in the House would eliminate multiple federal agencies if it were to become law.
OPM General Counsel Will Continue as MSPB Chairman
The new OPM General Counsel will work concurrently at OPM and MSPB.
Personal Data of NASA Employees Stolen in Data Breach
NASA announced that personal information of an unknown number of agency employees was compromised in a recent data breach.
Task Force Recommends No More Pay Bargaining for USPS
The Postal Service Task Force suggests changes such as reforming pay and adding new revenue streams to shore up the agency’s ailing finances.
Post Office, Stock Market Among Closures for Tomorrow’s Holiday Honoring Former President Bush
Wednesday, December 5th, has been declared a day of mourning by President Trump. Most federal employees will be excused from work, including the Postal Service.
VA Slams NBC News Story About Not Reimbursing Veterans Under GI Bill
The VA said in a statement that a story published by NBC News which said some veterans would not be reimbursed GI Bill benefits they are owed is false.
A Volatile Combination: Online Pornography and Government Computers
Remember the federal employee whose web surfing habits infected his agency’s network with malware? A new IG report has more details of how it all happened.
Legislation Would Shield Veterans from VA Overpayment Errors
Recently introduced legislation would prevent collection of overpayment debt from veterans resulting from errors made by the VA in paying benefits.
Does the VA Need a New Mission Statement?
Should the VA’s mission statement be changed to be more gender neutral? Some in Congress think so and have introduced legislation to change it.
