The Pentagon’s Strategic Shift Towards Remote Work
The author says that the Defense Department’s approach to telework positions it as a model employer within the federal government.
Telework
Federal employees can stay up to date on news impacting telework in the federal government with articles in this section. Navigate the evolving landscape of remote work within the federal government, exploring topics such as telecommuting policies, trends, and legislation in Congress that can impact telework.
How a Senate Bill Could Drain Talent and Wreck Government Efficiency
The author says that two proposed bills cutting federal pay and benefits would unfairly target teleworking federal employees.
OPM and Congress Clash Over Future of Remote Work for Feds
New telework guidance from OPM stands in contrast to legislation introduced in the Senate that would return federal employees to more in-person work.
GOP’s Failed Attempt to End Federal Telework
So far, Republican led efforts to restrict federal employees’ use of telework have yielded few results.
How Telework is Reshaping DC’s Core
Increased telework could be an opportunity to reshape urban centers like Washington, DC.
OMB: Half of Federal Employees Are Teleworking
A new report on telework details the Biden administration’s progress towards getting federal employees back to the office in greater numbers.
Federal Flight Risk From RTO Mandates
Feedback indicates federal employees prefer telework, but agencies are pushing for more in-person work. How should HR leaders respond?
Pair of Bills Would Slash Pay for Over a Million Federal Employees
Two recently introduced bills target locality pay and retirement annuities for the majority of federal employees.
Federal Telework Caught in Election-Year Political Crossfire
The author says that election-year politics is interfering with federal telework policymaking.
How RTO Mandates are Fueling Federal Worker Unionism
Return-to-office requirements are driving unionization efforts among some federal employees.
