Pay & Benefits
5 Things To Know About Supplemental Retirement Benefits
The ins and outs of the FERS supplement.
Management
The Environmental Threat More Immediate Than Climate Change
The uptick in earthquakes and volcanic eruptions poses substantial dangers for people and the economy, says an EPA scientist.
Route Fifty
A $4.5B Pool of Economic Recovery Funds States, Localities Can Tap Into
The U.S. Economic Development Administration received an influx of Covid relief dollars over the past year that is more than 10 times the size of its usual budget. That money is now flowing as grants.
Defense
Some US Military Bases Begin to Loosen Mask Rules
As some states drop COVID restrictions, commanders from coast to coast are attempting to walk a safe line.
Defense
‘A Lot of Risk’ in Army’s Proposed 2022 Budget, Service Leaders Say
As details remain under wraps, lawmakers fret about possible cuts.
Nextgov
Army to Equip First Unit With Augmented Reality Headsets By Fall
Top Army officials told Congress the first unit will be equipped with the Integrated Visual Augmentation System headsets by the first quarter of fiscal year 2022.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: How FEVS Scores Changed During the Pandemic
Erich Wagner joins the podcast to discuss how the annual survey shook out during 2020.
Route Fifty
Federal Judge Vacates Nationwide Evictions Moratorium
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did not have the authority to issue the ban last fall, which has shielded renters from eviction during the course of the coronavirus pandemic.
Management
Transportation Department Launches Evaluation of Regulations Based on Biden Priorities
The department is seeking public input in order to align with two early executive orders from the president.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Implements Paid COVID Leave for Feds, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Nextgov
Biden Administration Likely Retaining Trump Doctrine on Cybersecurity in Space
Vice President Kamala Harris is prioritizing cybersecurity as chair of the National Space Council, an official said.
Nextgov
Pentagon Watchdog to Examine How the U.S. Military Handles UFOs
The inspector general launched an evaluation into “actions regarding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena” just before a similar report is due to Congress.
Management
White House Seeks Ideas on How Agencies Can Deliver Services More Equitably
The Biden administration wants to know its blindspots and biases in operating federal programs.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: HHS and HUD Announce Vaccine Partnership; Watchdog Reports EPA CARES Act Mismanagement
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Defense
What's In Biden’s First Budget? And How Late Will It Be?
The White House could submit its defense budget request later than any administration in at least a century.
Nextgov
How the Army Software Factory Preps Soldiers for Future Battlefields
Program lead Maj. Vito Errico said the project is focused on helping the Army figure out how to organize product teams for the future force.
Management
A Commitment to Admire
While the political winds may shift in Washington, the nonpartisan civil servants in every state and territory are part of the bedrock of our democracy.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: The View From a Federal Employee
Fed Upward host Love Rutledge joins the podcast to discuss her civil service career and how feds feel about how the public sees them.
Management
What the Executive Order Requiring Federal Contractors to Pay a $15 Minimum Wage Will Mean
The upcoming rulemaking process should illuminate more.
Management