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LinkedIn Success Guide for Federal Workers: Expert Tips from GS-15 Leaders

By Jason KayJun 24, 2025 2:30 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
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LinkedIn can be an important networking tool for federal employees.

Bill Would Subject More Federal Employees to Hatch Act

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 16, 2024 2:11 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to restrict partisan political activity of certain federal employees while on duty or in the workplace.

3 Hatch Act Prohibitions Federal Employees Need to Know When It Comes to Their Social Media Presence This Election Season

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.May 1, 2024 2:19 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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What can federal employees do and not do on social media when it comes to potential Hatch Act violations?

Social Media Use Can Result in Hatch Act Violations

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 17, 2024 8:44 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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National election years are often the prime time for Hatch Act violations. Two new cases show how the Hatch Act and social media can come together.

House Passes Bill Banning Federal Employees From Censoring Free Speech

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 10, 2023 3:05 PM | Updated: Mar 11, 2023 4:02 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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The House passed a bill that would prohibit federal employees from censoring free speech or pressuring social media companies to censor speech.

Bill Would Prohibit Federal Employees From Censoring Free Speech

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 19, 2023 9:22 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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Recently introduced legislation would prohibit federal employees from censoring free speech or pressuring social media companies to censor speech.

Legislation Would Ban Federal Employees from Using WeChat

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 10, 2020 4:32 PM | Updated: Jan 25, 2021 10:52 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to ban federal employees from using a popular app owned by a Chinese company.

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

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 14, 2018 10:51 AM | Updated: Nov 2, 2019 8:20 PM 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.

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.Mar 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?

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