Human Resources
What You Should Know (and Do) If Your Agency is Downsizing
If your agency is downsizing, there are important things you should know. The author provides answers to some common questions about a RIF, VERA, and VSIP.
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.
Agency News
Labor Department Begins Monitoring Federal Employees’ Opioid Use
The Labor Department has announced it will begin monitoring opioid prescription usage under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act.
Agency News
Can Congress Legislate Morale Improvements?
Legislation intended to improve morale at DHS is advancing in Congress. How likely is it that the bill can truly have a positive impact on employee welfare?
Human Resources
Follow the Rules Act Broadens Whistleblower Protections
The Follow the Rules Act is a new law that may provide extra protections to federal employees who become whistleblowers. This is a summary of the new law.
Human Resources
Where is the Federal Workforce, and Why Does That Matter?
Federal employees are located in every state. The author says this can be a benefit to help stave off potential layoffs within the federal workforce.
Agency News
Trump Signs VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act Into Law
The VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act has been signed into law by President Trump. Here is a recap of the provisions of the new law.
Human Resources
VA Secretary: Let’s Reform Official Time
346 VA employees work full time on union activities. The VA Secretary says reforming use of official time by unions is necessary. This reform will likely take a…
Agency News
VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act Tackles the Issue of Firing Insufficient Workers Without Pitfalls
The VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act is expected to become law. These are some of the key changes impacting employee disciplinary procedures.
Human Resources
It’s Time That FLRA Should Tell Us Some Things
The author says that the FLRA has destroyed its reputation as a neutral body and suggests it may be time for a report about happenings at the agency.
Human Resources
Follow the Rules Act Signed into Law
President Trump has signed the Follow the Rules Act. It provides additional protection for federal employee whistleblowers.