Burrowing In Is a Recurring Problem. Here’s How to Fix It
The author proposes two solutions to solve political “burrowing in” after a change in administrations.
Human Resources
Competing Visions of the Direct-Hire Authority Covered Under 5 U.S.C § 3304
What have been the results of direct hire authority in the federal government?
Biden Signs Executive Order to Explore Giving Federal Employees Time Off to Vote
President Biden has signed an Executive Order to make recommendations for expanding policies granting federal employees time off to vote.
OPM Guidance: Expanding Role of Unions, Restricting Removal Procedures
OPM has issued guidance to restrict implementing Trump administration Executive Orders.
Presidential Rank Awards Making a Comeback
After being cancelled last year due to COVID-19, the Presidential Rank Awards are returning in 2021.
Marijuana and Federal Employees
Federal law on marijuana use has not changed. New guidance from OPM advises a new interpretation.
Back to Imposing Interest Based Bargaining… Really?
Can interest based bargaining ultimately be successful in the federal sector?
Administrative Changes are the First Step in Civil Service Modernization
The author says that when it comes to modernizing the civil service, administrative changes should be the first place to start.
Legislation Reintroduced to Target Tax Delinquent Federal Employees
Another legislative effort is being made to target federal employees with seriously delinquent tax debts.
Biden Revokes EO Damaging Federal Employee Unions
President Biden revoked an Executive Order granting authority to exclude DoD agencies from the labor relations statute.
