3 Hatch Act Prohibitions Federal Employees Need to Know When It Comes to Their Social Media Presence This Election Season
What can federal employees do and not do on social media when it comes to potential Hatch Act violations?
Human Resources
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2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Coming in May
The 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey will be distributed to federal employees in May.
FLRA Leadership Vacancies Continue But There is Progress
The leadership of the FLRA has struggled with vacancies. Two nominations may emerge from the Senate after a recent hearing. The General Counsel position remains vacant.
Social Media Use Can Result in Hatch Act Violations
National election years are often the prime time for Hatch Act violations. Two new cases show how the Hatch Act and social media can come together.
OPM Issues Final Rule in Response to Schedule F
OPM has finalized a rule to implement a prohibition against a future president being able to reclassify federal employees and remove their civil service protection.
Will St. Patrick’s Day Become a New Federal Holiday?
St. Patrick’s Day is a popular day in America but it seems unlikely that Congress will create a new holiday.
Biden Racial Equity Policies Working: Minority Groups Growing in Federal Workforce
The Biden administration has focused on racial equity. Recent data indicate the policies are working as minorities in the federal workforce increase and whites decrease.
What is the Future of Telework and Remote Work Opportunities in the Federal Government in 2024?
There has been a concerted effort to return more federal employees to in-person work. What does this mean for telework prospects in 2024?
Is 100% Official Time Really Necessary?
The author says that restrictions on official time may be a good thing.
What Federal Employees Need to Know About Appealing MSPB Decisions
The unprecedented backlog at MSPB is creating unusual problems for federal employees with pending cases.
