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OSC Issues Updated Hatch Act Guidance for 2020 Election

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: March 12, 2018 11:42 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Office of Special Counsel issued updated Hatch Act guidelines for federal employees after President Trump declared his candidacy for reelection in 2020.

When Could Your Use of Social Media Violate the Hatch Act?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFebruary 14, 2018 10:51 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Office of Special Counsel has issued new guidelines to help federal employees understand how to stay within Hatch Act guidelines when using social media.

Trump Revokes EO Creating Federal Labor Councils

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 30, 2017 4:16 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Elections have consequences. President Trump has issued an Executive Order revoking federal labor-management relations councils.

Debating the Role of Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 20, 2017 3:05 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Various groups are seeking loyalty of the federal workforce. Is there an internal “permanent state” in government? A former administration official says it exists, is dangerous and threatens our democracy.

House Oversight Committee Looking Into Postal Service Hatch Act Violation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 1, 2017 10:16 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The House Oversight Committee has taken an interest in the IG investigation that concluded the Postal Service violated the Hatch Act during the 2016 elections.

Lawmakers Take a Closer Look at LWOP Use by Agencies

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAugust 24, 2017 9:47 AM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

Two lawmakers are questioning agencies about their use of leave without pay to ensure it is being granted in a “politically neutral manner.”

The Hatch Act, Unions and Postal Service

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 19, 2017 3:38 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

According to the OSC, the Postal Service took action to assist a union’s political activity in violation of the Hatch Act.

Another FOIA Lawsuit for the EPA

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 17, 2017 3:25 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Two lawsuits are now pending involving issues surrounding the “Deep State” and EPA employees.

Hatch Act Protects Freedom of Political Speech on Social Media… to a Point

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.March 26, 2017 10:14 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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News about federal employees posting their political opinions on social media has been more widespread since the election. When does it cross the line?

Trump in 2020? OSC Releases Hatch Act Guidance

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: February 13, 2017 10:46 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Office of Special Counsel has received numerous questions from federal employees about a possible candidate Trump in the 2020 election. The agency has provided a memo with Hatch Act guidance in the interim.

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