Human Resources
OPM and Congress Clash Over Future of Remote Work for Feds
New telework guidance from OPM stands in contrast to legislation introduced in the Senate that would return federal employees to more in-person work.
Human Resources
Stay informed with the latest federal human resources news, including updates on federal employee unions, labor relations, collective bargaining, workplace policies, and federal HR guidance. This category covers OPM regulations, pay, leave, and benefits administration, labor‑management disputes, union negotiations, workplace rights, and major **HR policy changes.
Human Resources
Legislation Would Abolish Official Time
Legislation proposes to eliminate federal employees' use of official time.
Human Resources
Federal Flight Risk From RTO Mandates
Feedback indicates federal employees prefer telework, but agencies are pushing for more in-person work. How should HR leaders respond?
Human Resources
“DOOBIE Act” Would Codify Federal Hiring Rules for Past Marijuana Use
New legislation would help remove potential barriers for people seeking federal employment who have used marijuana in the past.
Human Resources
How RTO Mandates are Fueling Federal Worker Unionism
Return-to-office requirements are driving unionization efforts among some federal employees.
Human Resources
Biden vs. Trump: Changes in the Federal Workforce
How has the federal workforce changed under Presidents Trump and Biden? Here is a summary of racial composition, total federal employment and salary increases.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Directs Agencies to Advance Pay Equity for Federal Employees
OPM is directing agencies to conduct independent pay gap analyses to advance pay equity throughout the federal workforce.
Human Resources
Bill Would Subject More Federal Employees to Hatch Act
Legislation has been introduced to restrict partisan political activity of certain federal employees while on duty or in the workplace.
Human Resources
If They Only Knew: ADA Awareness Can Block RTO for Government Staff
Federal employees may be able to utilize the ADA to request work from home accommodations based on mental health conditions.
Human Resources
OSC Cracking Down on White House Hatch Act Violations
New Hatch Act enforcement guidelines are designed to level the playing field between White House staff and other federal employees.