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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.

Legislation Introduced to Abolish TSA

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 14, 2025 3:11 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to eliminate the TSA in favor of private security screening operations.

Legislation Introduced to Close Department of Education

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 12, 2025 8:02 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced to put President Trump’s Executive Order into action by closing the Department of Education.

New Buyout Offers on the Table for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 2, 2025 2:16 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 8:46 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Some agencies have made new buyout offers to their employees to voluntarily reduce the size of their workforces before widespread RIFs begin.

HHS Announces Layoffs as Part of “Dramatic Restructuring” Plan

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 27, 2025 2:07 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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HHS has announced it is laying off over 20% of its workforce as part of an agency restructuring plan.

Trump Signs Executive Order to Close the Department of Education

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 20, 2025 6:49 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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President Trump has issued an Executive Order that calls for the Department of Education to be closed.

Fired Federal Employees Return to Federal Agencies, But Are Put on Paid Leave

Mar 18, 2025 11:48 AM Leave a comment

As a result of recent court orders, federal employees are returning to their jobs, but are being put on paid leave.

Trump Calls for Eliminating More Federal Agencies

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 15, 2025 1:55 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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President Trump has issued an Executive Order that requires making cuts to 7 federal entities that he has deemed unnecessary.

DHS Ends Collective Bargaining for TSA Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 7, 2025 2:17 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

DHS has announced it is stripping TSA employees of their collective bargaining rights.

New Guidelines for Federal Employees: Legal Interpretations Must Align with Presidential Directives

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 20, 2025 9:55 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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President Trump issued an executive order to exert greater control over independent regulatory agencies which will have implications for federal employees.

Trump Nominates Scott Kupor for OPM Director

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 13, 2025 1:15 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

President-elect Trump’s nominee for OPM reflects his view on how to restructure government.

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