Telework is the Focus of New Dismissal and Closure Procedures
OPM recently updated its governmentwide closure and dismissal policies which include a new type of weather related leave and strong emphasis on telework.
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OPM recently updated its governmentwide closure and dismissal policies which include a new type of weather related leave and strong emphasis on telework.
Recently introduced legislation would establish several provisions designed to boost telework among the federal workforce.
A new and more restrictive telework policy is being implemented at the Department of Education on October 1st.
OPM said it’s business as usual in Washington despite the Capitals parade, but that agencies are encouraged to give federal employees administrative leave.
OPM has issued final regulations about new weather/safety leave policies which will be of particular interest to federal employees who telework.
A group of lawmakers have asked GAO to take a fresh look at time and attendance problems in agencies by updating a report it previously released in 2003.
A recent case decision suggests the FSIP has shifted from its past philosophy. The author provides an analysis.
Senator James Lankford (R-OK) has released his third annual report on what he deems to be wasteful spending within the federal government.
OPM is encouraging agencies to let federal employees in the DC area telework this week to help alleviate traffic congestion related to Inauguration Day ceremonies.
The Office of Personnel Management is encouraging agency leaders to give federal workers the option to telework or take the day off for the Pope’s upcoming visit to Washington, DC.