Federal Employees Saving History in Skagway
The National Park facility in Skagway, AK is a busy location in summer. This is a look at the town’s history and why the NPS has a facility there.
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The Hatch Act, Unions and Postal Service
According to the OSC, the Postal Service took action to assist a union’s political activity in violation of the Hatch Act.
USPS Gave Union Officials 2,776 Days For Election Work
A Postal union endorsing Hillary Clinton and other Democrats gave 2,776 days to union officials to work on the union’s political activities.
OMB Issues Agency Guidance on ‘Buy American’ EO
The Office of Management and Budget has provided guidance to agency heads on complying with the Trump administration’s “Buy American” executive order.
VA Begins Posting Disciplinary Actions Taken Against Employees Online
The VA has announced that it will begin posting data about adverse actions taken against agency employees online in a new effort to hold employees accountable.
Head of Ethics Office Resigns
The director of the Office of Government Ethics has turned in his resignation to the White House.
TSA PreCheck Passes 5 Million Mark
The TSA announced that now has over 5 million enrollees in its Pre✓® program.
DOJ Drops Trademark Fight With Redskins
The Justice Department announced that it will allow restoration of the Washington Redskins’ trademarks in light of a recent Supreme Court decision.
Bill Would Ban Use of Official Time at VA While Wait Times Continue
A new bill would ban the use of official time at the VA if veterans seeking services are unable to get an appointment within a 30 day period.
House Bill Cuts IRS Budget, Imposes Restrictions
A spending bill has been introduced in the House that would reduce the overall budget for the IRS and impose new restrictions on the agency.
