Management
'We’re Preparing for the Worst-Case Scenarios'
U.S. Agency for Global Media says it "will not back down" in Afghanistan despite the danger.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Booster Shot News; GSA Rethinks the Future of Work
Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Justice Department Outlines Vaccine Attestation and Testing Protocols
Additional information is coming soon for on-site contractors, travel and more.
Management
New FAQs on Vaccine Attestation and Testing Include Onsite Contractors
Those who provide false information on their vaccination form could be removed from government work.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Watchdogs Find Challenges With COVID Data System and PPE Distribution Early in the Pandemic
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
Afghanistan Reconstruction Oversight Continues Despite U.S. Withdrawal
“As long as there's money flowing, there's a need for oversight and SIGAR’s responsibility,” says John Sopko, special IG for Afghanistan reconstruction.
Management
Biden to Nominate former HUD Official to Lead Federal Procurement Office
If confirmed, Biniam Gebre would play a leading role in administering the administration’s ambitious management plans.
Oversight
Senator Seeks Information on ‘Rogue’ Commerce Department Unit
The Investigative and Threat Management Service is alleged to have targeted department employees and wrongly engaged in counterintelligence operations.
Oversight
Watchdog Takes Up Review on Controversial Alzheimer’s Drug Approval
The FDA commissioner requested the investigation.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Unvaccinated Feds Who Refuse Testing Will Face Discipline; Questions on CDC’s Data for New Mask Guidance
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Contracting Association Calls for Extension of COVID-19 Leave Provision
This will help the government prepare for the next emergency, says the Professional Services Council.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: White House Will Be Looking Into the Possibility of More Vaccine Requirements for Feds
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
FBI Agent Used Photos of Young Female Support Staff in Undercover Sex Stings
The images, of staffers not certified to work on undercover investigations, potentially put the women in danger, IG says.
Oversight
Agriculture IG Named Acting Watchdog of Federal Housing Finance Agency
The office has been under scrutiny by lawmakers and an IG committee.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Pandemic IG Asks for Expansion of Jurisdiction Again; GAO Looks at Contracting and Federal Prisons During COVID
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Biden: Onsite Contractors Must Attest to Vaccine Status or Be Subject to Restrictions
The White House rolled out a slew of initiatives to boost vaccinations in the United States.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: Agencies Update Mask Guidelines; Watchdogs Examine VA and IRS Facilities During COVID
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Biden Administration Releases ‘Made in America’ Proposed Rule
This is one of the Biden team’s procurement reforms.
Management
Biden Weighs Vaccine Mandate for the Federal Workforce
Yes, your agency can require you to get one, despite the fact that vaccines have been issued only under emergency use authorization by the FDA.
Management