Employment Costs are Killing the Postal Service
Employment related costs make up the bulk of the Postal Service’s operating costs. A recent GAO report looks at the burden they place on the agency.
Agency News
Current news impacting federal agencies and the federal employees who work at them.
USPS Reports $748 Million Net Loss in Q1 2020
The Postal Service reported another net loss for Q1 2020, but it was actually an improvement over last year.
House Passes USPS Fairness Act
Legislation that would eliminate the Postal Service’s retirement pre-funding mandate has taken another step forward in the legislative process.
FRTIB Awards TSP Annuity Contract
The FRTIB announced that it has awarded its life annuity contract for the TSP to MetLife.
Should Agencies be Required to Use Zero-Emission Vehicles?
One lawmaker wants to require federal agencies to only purchase or lease zero-emission vehicles for their fleets.
DOT Proposes Banning ‘Emotional Support Animals’ on Airplanes
The Transportation Department has proposed a rule change that would limit the practice of bringing untrained animals onto airplanes.
Layers of Problems Drive Morale Issues at the Department of Homeland Security
What drives morale in an agency? The author analyzes the situation at DHS.
BLM Provides Details About its Headquarters Move
The Bureau of Land Management has set up a web page with information about the relocation of its headquarters.
OPM Launches New Collective Bargaining Database
OPM has launched a new database to make collective bargaining agreements available to the public.
Postmaster General Delays Retirement While USPS Seeks Successor
Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan has agreed to temporarily delay her retirement while the agency looks for a successor to her position.
