Human Resources
Federal Employees Working for Unions: CBO Reports on Pending Bill
The CBO concludes a requirement for more reliable accounting of official time by federal employee unions would have a negligible impact on federal expenses.
Human Resources
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Human Resources
It’s Time to Reform Federal Labor Relations
The author says that if America is serious about having an efficient government, federal union activity must be balanced with meeting mission needs.
Human Resources
American Federation of Government Employees Still the Most Corrupt Union in the U.S.A.
According to data from the Department of Labor, AFGE leads other federal unions in convictions involving corruption since 2015. The author provides an analysis.
Human Resources
Rethinking Position Classification
The author says that the position classification process in civil service is in need of reform.
Agency News
Bill Would Prevent VA From Rehiring Previously Fired Employees
Congress has sent legislation to the White House that would institute a number of HR requirements for the VA.
Human Resources
Bill Advances to Require OPM Action on Official Time
A Bill to require annual reporting on use of official time and other union related items is advancing. It has now passed the House and reported favorably by…
Human Resources
Should the Government Fire More People? And How Should They Do It?
Does the federal government fire enough people? The author lists crucial elements he says are necessary in a proper discipline process.
Human Resources
Legislation Introduced to Make Federal Employees ‘At-Will’ Employees
Legislation has been introduced that would make federal employees "at-will" employees, potentially making it easier to remove or suspend them.
Human Resources
Federal Employee Antidiscrimination Act of 2017 Passes House Unanimously
The House recently passed legislation that would provide greater protection to victims of discrimination and accountability within the federal government.
Human Resources
Regs Proposed For Administrative Leave Restrictions
OPM has proposed new leave regulations that could impact federal employees in various ways.