DECLINE and Conquer: One Senator’s Effort to Control Charge Card Abuse
New legislation requires a formal process to ensure charge cards are deactivated when federal employees separate from government service.
Credit Cards
Government Credit Cards, DOGE and Fraud
DOGE is reporting big savings by reducing government credit cards, though some readers see it as a waste of time.
Executive Order: Credit Card Freeze and Travel Justification
President Trump issued an Executive Order directing government spending cuts through DOGE by targeting areas such as credit cards and travel justification.
Credit Card Debt and a Good TSP Loan
The author says that taking a loan from your TSP is something you should generally avoid, but there are times when it can make sense.
Former DEA Employee Pleads Guilty to Credit Card Fraud Scheme
A former DEA employee admits guilt in a scheme to obtain fraudulent credit cards and then used them to withdraw more than $113,000 from ATMs.
Senate Approves Bill to Stop Abuse of Government Charge Cards by Federal Employees
The Senate recently passed legislation to require federal agencies to put new safeguards on government charge cards used by federal employees, and it imposes penalties for violations.
Senate Committee Approves Bill to Stop Abuse of Government Charge Cards by Federal Employees
A Senate committee recently passed legislation sponsored by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to require federal agencies to put new safeguards and controls on government charge cards used by federal employees. The bill also would require penalties for violations.
Fraudulent Credit Card Charges Lead to Indictment
Misuse of government charge cards can lead to significant legal problems. Three people have pleaded guilty to participating in a scheme to fraudulently charge federal credit cards. The conspiracy charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and/or a fine of $250,000 with additional severe penalties for theft of government money.
Waste, Fraud, Abuse and Government Charge Cards
The recent publicity about charge card abuse by federal employees outlined in a GAO report has been reported in news media all over the country. The Office of Management and Budget has new guidance for federal agencies telling them steps they must take to get a handle on the problem.
Ethics, Credit Cards and Government Leaders
Ethical standards of government emanate from the top. What leaders say and do and what they infer from their actions and decisions sets the ethical tone. A recent decision from the MSPB will do that. Unfortunately, it lowers the ethical bar for government.
