Management
How to Get Millennials into Government
More federal tech workers are over age 60 than are under 35.
Route Fifty
Trump Administration Takes First Step in Weakening Fuel Economy Standards
If finalized, the EPA proposal would also revoke California’s ability to set its own goals used by 13 other states and ignite a fresh legal battle.
Nextgov
Federal Technology Transformation Lead Leaving Government
Joanne Collins Smee is departing public service after overseeing internal reorganizations and the launch of GSA’s Centers of Excellence.
Defense
New Data Shows Terror Attacks Are Becoming Less Frequent And Much Less Deadly
The world is becoming (a tiny bit) safer.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Do Americans Need an ID to Buy Groceries?
The president misspoke at a rally, prompting a torrent of jokes.
Management
Why It’s Hard To Hold Contractors Accountable For The Suffering Of Immigrant Children
Even when federal contractors stir public outrage, the government probably should be under fire.
Route Fifty
EPA Administrator Seeks ‘50-State Solution’ to Fuel Economy Standards
Democratic senators grilled Andrew Wheeler over a draft proposal to freeze limits in model year 2020, against the wishes of California and 13 other states.
Management
Vacancy Rate for Top Agency Jobs Continues to Set Records
After 17 months, only half of key appointments have been filled. That’s on top of the highest turnover of top-tier staff of any recent president.
Management
Senate Sends Trump Defense Bill With 'Arbitrary' Cuts That May Not Save Money
Former Pentagon officials question the wisdom of slashing back-office functions.
Management
Smart Companies Hire People Who Don’t Believe In Their Mission
Organizational psychologist Adam Grant offers a counterintuitive approach to today's mission-driven mantras.
Tech
Too Much of a Good Thing at NASA
The agency’s culture of optimism is essential for launching people and robots into space. But it can lead to problems with budgets and deadlines.
Route Fifty
Some Wisconsin Schools Installing Gunshot Detection Systems
The systems were financed through a state grant program established after a February school shooting in Parkland, Florida.
Nextgov
Senators Say Modernization Fund Will Get Money When Congress Sees Data, Results
Conference negotiations between the House and Senate will be the last chance to add money to the Technology Modernization Fund without additional legislation.
Pay & Benefits
Senate Approves Spending Package With Pay Raise, Setting Up Fight With House
Trump told Rush Limbaugh on Wednesday a government shutdown would be "a great campaign issue," further complicating the prospects for a spending bill.
Management
On Gaining Acceptance for Performance Pay in Government
Effective incentives strengthen engagement by rewarding employee contributions.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Funds Rebound in July, Flight Training for Vets, and More
A weekly round-up of pay and benefits news.
Management
Spiraling Wildfire Fighting Costs Are Largely Beyond The Forest Service’s Control
A perfect storm of climate, forestry, development and fire management trends are driving up the costs of fighting wildfires.
Management
Trump Names Oklahoma Academic as Science Adviser
Meteorologist Droegemeier wins bipartisan praise.
Defense
Pentagon Delays Space Force Report
The day after Defense One published details from an 11th-hour draft of the much-anticipated report, the Pentagon has delayed its release.
Management