Biden Pulls Nominees to TSP Board
Nominees to the TSP board have been pulled by President Biden.
Agency News
Current news impacting federal agencies and the federal employees who work at them.
NPS to Require Masks in All Parks and Buildings
In response to President Biden’s recent executive order, the NPS will require masks across all of its parks and facilities.
Another Attempt Being Made to End USPS Pre-Funding Mandate
Another effort is being made in Congress to end the pre-funding mandate for USPS retiree health benefits.
Air Force EEO Director Removed Following Investigation
The EEO director at Hill AFB was removed from her position after an investigation concerning violation of EEOC regulations.
“Bank of BARDA” Spent Vaccine Research Funds on Office Furniture, News Subscriptions
A new report states that HHS misappropriated millions of dollars intended to fund vaccine research.
Leadership Changes at the FLRA
President Biden has appointed a new FLRA Chairman. Here is the current leadership line-up at the agency.
VA Has Administered Over 55k COVID-19 Vaccine Doses
The VA has given the COVID-19 vaccine to over 55,000 eligible individuals in two weeks.
DOT Says No More ‘Emotional Support Animals’ Allowed on Airplanes
The Transportation Department has issued a final rule which will prohibit bringing untrained “emotional support animals” onto public flights.
COVID-19 Weighs on Postal Service’s FY 2020 Finances
The Postal Service reported a net loss of over $9 billion in FY 2020 amid economic challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Second Fund Manager Contract Awarded for TSP
The FRTIB has awarded the second of two fund manager contracts for four of the TSP’s core funds.
