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DOT Says No More ‘Emotional Support Animals’ Allowed on Airplanes

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 3, 2020 10:30 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
White labrador retriever service dog lying on the floor of a train or airplane next to his owner's feet

The Transportation Department has issued a final rule which will prohibit bringing untrained “emotional support animals” onto public flights.

DOT Proposes Banning ‘Emotional Support Animals’ on Airplanes

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 22, 2020 7:07 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
A happy dog looking out the window of an airplane

The Transportation Department has proposed a rule change that would limit the practice of bringing untrained animals onto airplanes.

Unpaid Agency Parking Fees Result in Demotion and Suspension

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOctober 7, 2019 11:32 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Paid parking reminder sign seen on a street light pole in a paid parking lot that reads 'have you paid and displayed your ticket?'

A DOT employee failed to pay several thousand dollars in parking fees in the agency’s garage, leading to his demotion and a 60-day suspension.

Should DOT Regulate ‘Emotional Support Animals’?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 21, 2018 11:00 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

More people are bringing untrained pets into public for “emotional support,” but it’s leading to problems and more calls for regulation.

“Confused and in a Fog” or Lack of Candor?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJanuary 27, 2015 3:26 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

This case shows how trying to hide misconduct can end up compounding an employee’s woes.

Was This Fed Fired Because of Military Leave or Lying on Employment Application?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJuly 19, 2006 8:12 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

What was the reason for firing this federal employee? He argued it was because he was called up for military duty. The agency said it was because he had involvement with convicted felons in his outside employment.

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