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.
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.
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.
TSA Testing New Fingerprint Scanners in Lieu of Boarding Passes
The TSA is testing new fingerprint scanning technology at two airports that has the potential to replace the need for boarding passes and identity documents.
Congress Passes VA Accountability Bill
The VA Accountability Bill has passed Congress. It will change human resources processes for taking action against agency employees.
How Can VA Services Be Improved? Ask Veterans What Needs Fixing
One Congressman wants to ask veterans what needs fixing at the VA to make needed reforms at the agency.
Everything You Ever Wanted Know About the Merit Systems Protection Board
The author provides an overview of the MSPB, its mission, and how federal employees go about filing appeals.
VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 Passed By Senate
The Senate has passed the Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act. The author provides a summary and analysis of the bill.
President Seeks to Privatize Air Traffic System
Will the nation’s air traffic control system be run by a non-profit entity outside of the federal government? The interest groups are lining up for what promises to be a hard fight in Congress.
