Management
Too little info for pre-sequestration layoff warnings, contractors say
Boeing and General Dynamics say they don’t have enough details to gauge threat to workforce.
Defense
Two arrested after Border Patrol agent’s slaying
Mexican army finds suspects in border town, several miles from crime zone.
Pay & Benefits
Roth TSP opens to active-duty Army, Navy and Air Force
Difference in pay structure had slowed implementation.
Oversight
Federal judge approves $42.6 million settlement in FEMA trailer case
Residents said high levels of formaldehyde in the units caused health problems.
Management
Federal judge upholds Obama ban on lobbyists sitting on advisory panels
Ruling finds service is not a ‘government benefit’ to which lobbyists are entitled.
Management
New federal contracting jobs site launches
Website aims to connect recent feds with companies.
Management
Supreme Court to hear cases affecting federal agencies
Justices will address the appeals process for certain MSPB cases.
Management
Officials address the coming wave of federal retirements
Human capital planning more essential than ever, lawmakers told.
Oversight
Bill to stop vets from falsifying military honors passes House
The Supreme Court struck down the 2006 version of the law in June.
Oversight
Lawmakers scramble to stop sequestration
Members of both parties search for ways to delay or avoid the automatic cuts.
Management
Obama v. Romney on federal pay, the size of government and management
A look at how the presidential candidates stack up on matters important to federal employees.
Defense
Election might not change the Pentagon’s course as much as you think
Brookings Institution panelists note Obama and Romney face the same fundamental defense issues.
Oversight
Did an FAA employee violate Hatch Act by laying out budget scenarios?
OSC investigates official’s comments during Seattle town hall.
Pay & Benefits
Ten more cities will get non-standard travel reimbursement rates
Change will take effect Oct. 1.
Defense
TSA adding security officers for Democratic Convention
Extra staff will include behavior detection and explosives specialists.
Briefing
Around Government
Helium shortage on the horizon, veterans at risk, GSA back at Ground Zero.
Management