What Rescheduling of Marijuana Could Mean for Federal Employees
Marijuana may be reclassified as a Schedule III drug. Here’s why federal employees still need to be cautious.
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Losing Required Security Clearance and Lose Job
An FBI employee who failed three separate lie detector tests lost his top secret security clearance, and the Justice Department removed him. See what happened when he tried a discrimination complaint to challenge the removal.
As More States Aim to Legalize Marijuana, Here’s What Federal Employees Need To Know
More states have legalized marijuana, but it is still illegal at the federal level. What does this mean for federal employees?
Revoked Security Clearance Results in Removal
A DHS Criminal Investigator’s security clearance was revoked, but she argued that her job really did not require one so she should be allowed to stay in her position.
What is the Impact of Losing Your Security Clearance on Your Job as a Federal Employee?
How long do security clearances last and what options do federal employees have if they lose theirs?
Suspension of Security Clearance Led to Indefinite Suspension Without Pay
The loss of his security clearance led to an indefinite suspension of an Air Force engineer. After losing an appeal to MSPB, he tried his hand at federal appeals court.
COVID-Related Financial Considerations and Your Security Clearance
Financial difficulties brought about by the COVID-19 coronavirus could threaten your security clearance.
Obtaining and Maintaining Your Security Clearance Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic
The author discusses the impact the coronavirus could have on the security clearance process.
Over 3k OPM Employees to Move to DoD
Over 3,000 employees at OPM were notified they will be moving over to DoD as part of the transition of how the government handles background investigations.
Background Investigations Are Moving From OPM To DoD – What Happens Next Will Make Or Break Them
The author says there are some important best practices that should be followed in moving background investigations to DoD.
