Biden Administration Directs Agencies to Cut Telework (Sort of)
New OMB guidance directs agencies to scale back telework for federal employees. Will it actually happen this time?
Telework
Stay updated on telework and remote work policies across the federal government, including OPM guidance, agency‑specific rules, return‑to‑office directives, and legislation in Congress that may expand or restrict federal telework. Explore analysis of telecommuting trends, hybrid work models, productivity studies, and workforce impacts as agencies adjust their post‑pandemic workplace strategies. Find clear explanations and timely updates to help federal employees understand how evolving telework policies affect schedules, performance expectations, and work‑life flexibility.
House Republicans Concerned Telework is Harming NASA’s Mission Readiness
House Republicans are concerned that federal employees at NASA are continuing to telework at the expense of the agency’s mission.
Can Federal Employees be Forced to SHOW UP to Work?
Legislation in Congress would cut federal employees’ telework benefits. What options do federal employees have if they want to remain on expanded telework?
Bill Cutting Federal Employees’ Telework Benefits Passes House
The House has passed legislation that would slash telework benefits for federal employees.
Legislation Reintroduced to Slash Telework Flexibilities for Federal Employees
Legislation has been introduced to prevent the Biden administration from making pandemic era telework policies permanent.
2022 Dismissal and Closure Procedures for Federal Employees and Agencies
OPM has issued new 2022 dismissal and closure procedures for federal employees heading into the winter season.
Refusal to Telework During COVID
A Defense Department employee who refused to go into the office and refused to telework was removed for Absence Without Leave (AWOL).
Legislation Reintroduced to Expand Telework
Legislation has been reintroduced to permanently expand telework in the federal government.
SHOW UP Act Would Block Expanded Telework for Federal Employees
Recently introduced legislation would put the brakes on the Biden administration’s effort to permanently expand telework for federal employees.
Do I Have to Return to the Office? What Federal Employees Need to Know About Teleworking Flexibilities
Federal employees who have enjoyed remote work and telework during the pandemic may not want to return to the office. What options do they have?
