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Proposed Legislation Would Make Use of Border Tunnels a Conspiracy Offense

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 21, 2011 4:30 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Proposed legislation introduced in the Senate that builds upon the Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2006 seeks to make the use, construction, or financing of a border tunnel a conspiracy offense.

What Kind of Change to the Civil Service System Is Really Needed? (Part 3)

By Timothy J. ClarkJun 21, 2011 7:29 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Actions are accomplished through a process. A process is a series of actions to achieve a result. A system is a collection of processes that share a common aim. Here is how government operations can improve their organizational operating methods.

MSPB: Glass Ceiling for Female Federal Employees “Fractured,” Not “Shattered”

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jun 20, 2011 7:04 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A new report shows women have made significant progress over the past two decades in the federal workplace, but obstacles to equality remain.

How Congressional Budget Cuts May Cut Into Your Retirement Income

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinJun 17, 2011 7:08 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

Congress is looking at several proposals that would cut into federal employee benefits. The author focuses on some specific ones that would directly impact your financial security in retirement.

DOT Inspector General Warns FAA: Don’t Botch Collective Bargaining Agreement Again

By FedSmith.comJun 16, 2011 9:57 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Department of Transportation Inspector General will release a report Thursday on the costs associated with the 2009 FAA National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) Collective Bargaining Agreement and warn FAA not to repeat costly mistakes of the past.

There’s a Law for That: Lawmakers Target Smartphones with Proposed Legislation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 15, 2011 9:58 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

As smartphones become more prevalent in our everyday lives, lawmakers are becoming increasingly concerned that their use may be putting consumers at risk and have begun crafting legislation to regulate the use of the devices.

House Judiciary Committee Approves Balanced Budget Amendment

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 15, 2011 7:37 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

On Thursday, the House Judiciary Committee approved a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution to restore fiscal responsibility to federal government spending.

OPM Oversteps Bounds in Telling Agency to Fire Employee Who Wrote Bogus Resume for Wife

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jun 14, 2011 7:04 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A recent MSPB decision more clearly defines the disciplinary limitations of OPM.

A Generation of Spendthrifts? Study Shows Young Adults Empowered by Debt

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 11, 2011 11:57 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A recent study conducted at Ohio State University found that young adults aged 18 to 27 are not only not bothered by accumulating debt, but that they actually feel empowered by it.

A Strong Reminder About the Dangers of Email Carelessness

By Robbie HymanJun 8, 2011 7:44 PM Categories Federal Workforce News, Leadership Leave a comment

The Anthony Weiner scandal shows us once again the importance of thinking carefully before any digital communication.

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