Management
Maryland and Virginia Still Both in Running for New FBI Headquarters
GSA releases short list of finalists for move from obsolete downtown Hoover building.
Route Fifty
State and Local Agencies Stumble on Mobile Readiness
New report shows that security and budget concerns remain big obstacles.
Management
The President of the United States Does Not Control the Economy
A newly updated paper shows that the economy has reliably grown faster under Democratic presidents than Republicans. But what does that really tell us?
Oversight
House Passes Ambitious Reorganization of U.S. International Broadcasting
Foreign Affairs Chairman Royce calls part-time BBG 'broken and ineffective.'
Oversight
House Republicans Unveil Their Border Bill
It looks as if it can pass the House. But the Senate is a totally different story.
Route Fifty
Railroads Aim to Block Maryland on Crude-Oil Shipment Disclosure
Does a public-records request trump a confidentiality agreement?
Insights
Knowledge Is Power: Using Video to Close Skill Gaps
As many of the government’s most experienced workers near retirement, the federal government faces looming skills gaps that threaten to affect mission effectiveness. Agencies can look to harness video content management as a means of retaining institutional knowledge and empower employees to share information with and learn from one another.
Management
'$10.10 Is Not Enough,' Low-Wage Federal Contract Workers Tell Obama
Lawmakers from Progressive Caucus join in call for higher hourly wages, collective bargaining rights.
Management
Innovation the NASA Way: What’s Your Mission?
It doesn’t take a space race to inspire your team to think and act boldly.
Oversight
Benghazi Select Committee to Meet With Victims' Families This Week
"If they have questions that are still out there, I think we want to know what those questions are," ranking Democrat says.
Oversight
The Senate Has a New Plot to Thwart NSA Spying
A reworked bill in the Senate being introduced this week is renewing confidence among anti-surveillance crusaders.
Insights
Making Mobile Manageable: Secure Mobility for the Enterprise
Mobile initiatives including BYOD and telework are changing the federal technology landscape, and as a result IT managers are being asked to support and manage a broader range of devices than ever before. As agencies look to secure their mobile assets, a holistic approach to mobility management may provide greater control and oversight.
Oversight
Dissenting Vote on Border Funds Sought in House
Conservatives want a resolution saying President Obama has all the tools he needs to respond to the flood of undocumented immigrants.
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House Approves Stronger Cyber Protections for Critical infrastructure
Separate bill to bolster DHS’ cyber workforce also passes.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Can Anybody Broker A Lasting Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas?
John Kerry isn't the answer, says The Daily Show.
Management
Medicare's Financial Picture Is Looking Better
Independent actuaries said the program's trustees are too optimistic.
Employee Policy
FBI narrows down HQ choices
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has settled on a handful of possible building sites for its new consolidated headquarters.
Benefits
Proposed rule opens FEHB to some temp, seasonal employees
The Office of Personnel Management is proposing a regulation that would extend Federal Employees Health Benefits coverage to certain temporary and seasonal employees.
Employee Policy
House, Senate conferees agree on $17 billion VA bill
The House and Senate conferees on Monday agreed on comprehensive legislation lawmakers hope will improve the quality and accessibility of Department of Veterans Affairs health care, as well as address a range of other problems currently plaguing the troubled agency.
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