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Burrowing In Is a Form of Theft; Maybe It Should Be Treated That Way?

By Mitchell Berger, MPHMarch 6, 2023 2:41 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author proposes a different way of looking at the practice of burrowing in by political appointees.

Burrowing In Is a Recurring Problem. Here’s How to Fix It

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealMarch 11, 2021 3:14 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author proposes two solutions to solve political “burrowing in” after a change in administrations.

Let’s Talk About Burrowing In

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealFebruary 2, 2021 9:59 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How common is the practice of “burrowing in,” and what can a new administration do about it?

Political Burrowing Prevention Bill Passes House

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 7, 2018 9:19 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Legislation designed to end political burrowing has passed the House.

Happy Anniversary to Federal Civil Servants

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 16, 2018 12:59 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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On January 16, 1883, the Civil Service Commission was created. Federal employment has changed but the bureaucracy and much of the original philosophy still exist.

Senator Concerned About Possible ‘Burrowing In’ Situation Involving CFPB Deputy Director

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: January 15, 2018 2:53 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) has expressed concerns about the appointment of the CFPB Deputy Director to her permanent career position.

The Political Appointee Burrowing Prevention Act – Good Idea or Not?

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealNovember 1, 2017 4:10 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A bill under consideration aims to curtail political “burrowing.” The author provides details about the bill along with suggestions for improving it.

Should Political Appointees Be Barred From Career Jobs?

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealOctober 9, 2017 8:29 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How widespread is the practice of political “burrowing?” The author says it’s largely a “problem” that isn’t really a problem.

GAO Finds 76 Instances of Obama Political Appointees ‘Burrowing In’

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 28, 2017 10:11 AM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

Political “burrowing” is a common practice after a change in administrations. GAO has issued its latest report on what it found during the Obama Administration.

Legislation Aims to Stop Political ‘Burrowing’

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: February 21, 2017 10:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A recently introduced House bill aims to end the practice of “burrowing” by political appointees into senior-level civil service positions.

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