Human Resources
Federal Employees, Hatch Act, and Black Lives Matter
The Office of Special Counsel says Black Lives Matter is not a political organization with Hatch Act implications for federal employees and agencies.
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
2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Delayed (Again)
The 2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey has been delayed for a second time.
Human Resources
Freedom from Union Dues for Some Federal Employees
The FLRA has published a rule giving federal employees more leeway in canceling the withholding of union dues
Human Resources
Will Your Pay Be Affected When You Return to Work?
Will new safety measures when returning to work at the office impact your paycheck or time at work?
Human Resources
Federal Hiring Executive Order – Big Deal or Not?
Will the recent executive order on federal hiring qualifications make a difference? The author provides an analysis.
Human Resources
2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Coming Soon
The 2020 Federal Employee viewpoint survey is coming soon and features some new questions this year.
Human Resources
Changing Focus of Federal Hiring from College to Experience
President Trump has signed an executive order on the federal hiring process that focuses more on qualifications and less on receiving a college degree.
Human Resources
Bills Would Require Publishing Agency Reopening Plans, Reimbursing Dependent Care Costs
Recently introduced legislation would require federal agencies to publish their reopening plans online to facilitate the safety of their employees.
Human Resources
GAO Suggests Safe Practices for Returning Federal Employees to Offices
GAO has listed considerations it said agencies need to take to safely bring federal employees back to work in an office environment.
Human Resources
Two Federal Employees Suspended Without Pay for Violating Hatch Act
Two federal employees have been suspended without pay for violating the Hatch Act while on duty.