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From Word Processors to Cloud Computing: 40 Years of Tech at Department of the Navy
It's come a long ways from 300 baud modems and original IBM PCs.
Management
Trump's Rows of Unfilled Agency Jobs Could Bump Up Against Vacancies Act
Worst-case scenario is that decisions by acting executives are rendered invalid.
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Labor Secretary to Mayors: Localized Apprenticeship Programs Won’t ‘Water Down’ Workforce Skills
The Trump administration wants cities and industries to spearhead such initiatives and incorporate them into two- and four-year education programs.
Pay & Benefits
House Oversight Members Join Effort to Loosen TSP Withdrawal Restrictions
Companion to a Senate bill would allow participants in the retirement savings program more flexibility to manage their money.
Management
Trump Calls Civil Service Laws ‘Outdated’ in Signing VA Firing Reform
President says he still wants to "cherish" VA workers.
Management
Trump Team Starts to Fill Out OPM Leadership, With Pick for No. 2 Job
George Nesterczuk still awaits confirmation hearing for director spot.
Defense
Homeland Security Awards Grants to Counter Domestic Extremism
Secretary Kelly had reviewed Obama-era program to vet highest-risk cities.
News
Doing Bold Work? Share Your Story
Nominations are open for this year’s Bold Friday presentations at the second annual weeklong Fedstival.
Tech
How Not to Win an AI Arms Race With China
A lawmaker’s proposal to curb Chinese investment in U.S. artificial-intelligence firms has more than a few critics.
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What to Watch For as U.S. Mayors Meet in Miami Beach
There are some big political and policy moments we can expect at the 85th meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Health Care Bill Draft Is Released
The bill draft is released and Washington -- and late-night -- reacts.
Retirement
New bill makes changes to TSP
Reps. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) and Mark Meadows (R-N.C.) on June 23 introduced legislation that would allow federal employees to make multiple age-based and post-separation withdrawals from their Thrift Savings Plan accounts.
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Making the Business Case for Cities-Driven Climate Protections
“Today it is no longer the case that greater prosperity means increased carbon emissions,” said Phoenix's mayor, ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors 85th Annual Meeting in Miami Beach this weekend.
Management
Can Volunteers Save Federal Lands and Create a Hiring Pipeline for Agencies?
Lawmakers push for expansion of volunteer workforce for federal agencies.
Nextgov
Agencies Are a Step Closer to Creating Their Own Siri
Siri, Alexa and Facebook chatbots might soon be handling common customer service roles in government.
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A New U.S. House Task Force on Intergovernmental Affairs Begins Its Work
“It should have happened 50 years ago,” U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop, the Utah Republican who is leading the bipartisan panel, said of the effort the task force is undertaking.
Management
Should DCAA Hand Certain Audits to Commercial Firms?
Acquisition reforms prompt defense of agency’s expertise, mission.
Management