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Software Flaw Results in $472 Million Worth of Uncollected Debts Owed to Numerous Federal Agencies

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJuly 20, 2022 5:00 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A whistleblower report identified almost half a billion dollars in debts owed to over 28 federal agencies that was caused by a software problem.

The Hatch Act: How to Damage or End a Federal Career

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 27, 2022 1:41 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Hatch Act violations often occur during national election years. Here are the 3 latest examples of how to damage or end a federal career.

What Does OSC’s Amicus Curiae with the MSPB Mean for Federal Employees and Whistleblower Retaliation?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.March 25, 2021 2:52 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The OSC recently submitted a brief in support of a VA whistleblower. What could this mean for federal employees?

Air Force EEO Director Removed Following Investigation

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.January 29, 2021 12:10 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The EEO director at Hill AFB was removed from her position after an investigation concerning violation of EEOC regulations.

“Bank of BARDA” Spent Vaccine Research Funds on Office Furniture, News Subscriptions

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 27, 2021 5:56 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A new report states that HHS misappropriated millions of dollars intended to fund vaccine research.

Federal Employees Generally Free to Display Campaign Related Items After Election Day

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 4, 2020 3:01 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OSC has issued an advisory opinion outlining what federal employees can and cannot do under the Hatch Act after Election Day.

Third Party Watch Dog Group Lacks Standing in Bid to Force Prosecution of Hatch Act Violations

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAugust 24, 2020 8:19 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A federal district court has turned aside efforts by a watch dog group to force OSC to prosecute violations of the Hatch Act by a White House official.

Hatch Act Not a Bar for Acceptance Speech at White House

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: August 17, 2020 9:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Office of Special Counsel says President Trump can make acceptance speech at the White House, with restrictions.

Court Dismisses AFGE’s Hatch Act Lawsuit

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAugust 5, 2020 10:21 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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AFGE’s lawsuit against OSC for its recent Hatch Act guidance has been dismissed by a Maryland court.

Hatch Act Leads to 120-Day Suspension

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 22, 2020 10:45 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A federal employee has agreed to a 120-day suspension without pay for a Hatch Act violation.

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