“Skill Gaps” Listed by GAO as High Risk Issue in Federal Government
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released its 2021 High Risk List, which notes “Skill Gaps” and “Workforce Shortages” are tied…
Jane Lubchenco Named Deputy Director of Climate and Environment at OSTP
President Biden named former head of NOAA to lead environment role at the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).…
Biden Picks Former Senator Bill Nelson to Lead NASA
If confirmed, Bill Nelson will lead the country’s space agency. While certainly qualified, criticism of the pick stems from the…
When to Retire from Federal Service
When is the best time to retire from the Federal Government's workforce? On Dec. 31st, probably.
Cracks in the Foundation of TSP?
Cracks in the Foundation of the TSP: the world's largest such retirement plan
Lump Sums: Annual Leave at the End of the Year
240 hours of annual leave are carried over at the end of each year, a lump sum is paid out…
USDA News: ERS & NIFA Understaffed After Move + Conquering Climate Crises
USDA subagencies struggling to get back on foot after move to Kansas City, MO. Also, the US Department of Agriculture’s…
OPM News: New Director Awaits Confirmation and Memo on Marijuana Released
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will be led by Kiran Ahuja, Biden’s nominee, if confirmed by Senate. Also, memo…
The Financial State of FLTCIP
An April 2018 audit showed that the LTCI contract with John Hancock was unsustainable
The Other “FCC”: Furlough Cheesecake
The Other FCC is Furlough Cheesecake, Maryland's own business arising from the shutdown