Fed-employee unions lay out 2014 priorities
From raises to capping contractor pay, here are the issues fed-worker unions will focus on in 2014.
For feds, 2014 won’t be as bad as 2013
Last year, federal workers suffered pay cuts, lockouts and violence. This year, low morale is the problem.
Should feds be screened when entering federal buildings?
Senate hearing explores federal building safety and asks if employees should be screened as visitors are.
Budget deal brings some stability to federal workforce
Wednesday’s final approval means workers don’t have to worry about a shutdown for a couple of years.
Colorado pot smokers start 2014 on a high note
Federal bill to legalize marijuana is most-read on government site
Don’t miss this excellent job possibility!
Despite federal job cutbacks, there may be some good jobs to be had.
Dennis Rodman’s back to see his pal in North Korea
Dennis Rodman’s back in North Korea to talk basketball and see his pal Kim Jung Un -- less than a week after Kim had his uncle executed.
Did Scalia nail the court’s opinion on same-sex marriage?
The Supreme Court justice’s dissent is being quoted by judges striking down same-sex-marriage bans.
Getting personal before the Supreme Court
On a rare personal note, a lawyer tells the justices that he had faced a court custody hearing as a child.
Supreme Court busy looking for cases — but finding few
The justices have found fewer cases than usual worthy of a full briefing and oral argument.
Fine Print: The Company and a question of trust
A CIA veteran’s book shows how agency missteps and misdeeds have helped erode trust in government.
Good or not, change is coming to the NSA
NSA may be collecting fewer dots, and fewer people will have access — so connections may be missed.
A ‘Front-Page Rule’ is unprecedented in U.S. intelligence
Presidential panel suggests covert activity shouldn’t be undertaken if the public couldn’t support it if exposed.
Supplying USDA with data to help vanquish agricultural pests
Armed with data, Todd Schroeder helps the USDA take aim at pests and diseases that enter the country in shipments of agricultural products and those that crop up at home.
Tips from federal agencies with happy employees
Here’s what some agencies did to improve morale and commitment among their workers.
Using ‘Best Places to Work’ data to improve your agency
The annual rankings come out on Wednesday. Here’s what to do with the news of where your agency falls.
Leadership lessons from the president of American University
“Leadership cannot be the province or responsibility of one person or a small group at the top.“
Latest Federal News
Supreme Court halts gay marriages in Utah pending appeal
The state asked the high court to intervene after a federal judge’s ruling in December allowed such unions.
Fine Print: The Company and a question of trust
A CIA veteran’s book shows how agency missteps and misdeeds have helped erode trust in government.
New IRS commissioner addresses agency challenges
John Koskinen held his first meeting with reporters just hours after his ceremonial swearing-in on Monday.
Federal regulators suing Buckyballs founder for recall
The Consumer Product Safety Commission wants entrepreneur Craig Zucker to pay for the recall.
For feds, 2014 won’t be as bad as 2013
Last year, federal workers suffered pay cuts, lockouts and violence. This year, low morale is the problem.
Obama administration takes on nuns
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Varied views on new contractor-pay cap
The new rule has lowered the limit on contractor pay by nearly 49 percent, setting the top level at $487,000.
Advocates ask Justices to let Utah gay marriages continue
Utah is challenging a judge’s ruling that the state’s ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional.
Supreme Court asked to lift delay on birth-control rule
The Obama administration says the Little Sisters of the Poor can exempt itself from contraceptive coverage.
2013 is behind federal workers, but challenges lie ahead
Labor groups predict continued pain for federal workers as they do the same work with less money.
Tips from federal agencies with happy employees
Here’s what some agencies did to improve morale and commitment among their workers.
Ruling lets religious groups not cover contraceptives
The Supreme Court will hear arguments this year on the issue related to new health-care law.
Colorado pot smokers start 2014 on a high note
Federal bill to legalize marijuana is most-read on government site
Utah asks Supreme Court to stay decision on gay marriage
The conservative state is also asking the court to stop the rush of unions that started with Dec. 20 ruling.
Roberts warns of a less-than-wonderful life for judiciary
The chief justice gets Capra-esque as he again calls for funding increases for federal courts in his annual report.
Top 10 stories from the 2013 budget battles
Top Federal Eye stories explaining the 2013 budget battles and their consequences.
Supplying USDA with data to help vanquish agricultural pests
Armed with data, Todd Schroeder helps the USDA take aim at pests and diseases that enter the country in shipments of agricultural products and those that crop up at home.
Good or not, change is coming to the NSA
NSA may be collecting fewer dots, and fewer people will have access — so connections may be missed.
Another top official tied to HealthCare.gov retires
CMS Chief Operating Officer Michelle Snyder will retire before 2014, according to officials.
Did Scalia nail the court’s opinion on same-sex marriage?
The Supreme Court justice’s dissent is being quoted by judges striking down same-sex-marriage bans.
A ‘Front-Page Rule’ is unprecedented in U.S. intelligence
Presidential panel suggests covert activity shouldn’t be undertaken if the public couldn’t support it if exposed.
Panel lets Postal Service raise stamp prices for 2 years
Temporary jump to 49 cents aims to help agency rebound from recession, not to offset growing use of e-mail.
Looking for answers to stem the obesity epidemic
Dalya Lateef, a postdoctoral fellow at NIH, is working on better understanding the causes of obesity.
Will the NSA have to curtail some intelligence tools?
The agency currently is on the losing side of a public relations battle in justifying its methods.
Obama orders 1 percent pay raise for federal workers
President Obama signs an executive order to make his promised 1 percent raise for federal workers official.
U.S. Navy to give gay spouses benefits in Japan
The United States and Japan reach a status of forces agreement to recognize all spouses.
Should feds be screened when entering federal buildings?
Senate hearing explores federal building safety and asks if employees should be screened as visitors are.
Don’t miss this excellent job possibility!
Despite federal job cutbacks, there may be some good jobs to be had.
In the Loop: Tea party lawmakers on a Middle East mission
Michele Bachmann, Steve King and Louie Gohmert take a trip, but they don’t have much to say about it.
Dennis Rodman’s back to see his pal in North Korea
Dennis Rodman’s back in North Korea to talk basketball and see his pal Kim Jung Un -- less than a week after Kim had his uncle executed.
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