Oversight
Watchdog Still Reviewing Trump Administration's Handling of Some Ukraine Funds
GAO found that the Trump team broke the law by withholding $214 million in Defense funds for policy reasons, but is still looking at another $168 million in State Department funds.
Management
OMB: Agency Equity Metrics a Work in Progress, Services Too Burdensome for Disadvantaged Groups
Acting OMB Director Shalanda Young described the measurement of equitable service as a “nascent” field, in need of constant development and review.
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.
Management
Deadline Comes for Agencies to Submit Their Reentry Plans
These plans, which will not be made public, will vary by agency.
Management
Top Contracting Group Advises Biden Administration on Advancing Equity
The Professional Services Council responded to a request for information from the Office of Management and Budget.
Management
White House Tells Watchdog It Won’t Comply With Some Priority Suggestions to Improve Government
OMB has 153 open recommendations from GAO and a lower completion rate than the rest of government.
Management
White House Outlines ‘Made in America’ Executive Order Implementation
Agencies must designate a senior official to spearhead efforts to support domestic manufacturing.
Management
Biden Administration Outlines Plans for Unspent Border Wall Funds
A watchdog is still in the process of determining whether or not the construction pause at the start of Biden's term was legal.
Management
Agencies Must Finalize Return-to-Office Plans by July 19
The Safer Federal Workforce Task Force outlined what the plans must include.
Management
Biden Expected to Unveil Full Budget Proposal Next Week, Without a Permanent OMB Director
A veteran Capitol Hill staffer has been serving as the acting head of the Office of Management and Budget.
Management
Vaccinated Individuals No Longer Need Masks in Federal Buildings
The Office of Management and Budget informed agencies following a change in public health guidance.
Management
Biden Names First ‘Made in America’ Office Director
Celeste Drake, a trade expert with ties to organized labor, was hailed as an “outstanding” choice, said Scott Paul, president of the Alliance for American Manufacturing.
Management
Senate Panel Advances OMB Deputy Director for Management Nomination
Jason Miller is a former Obama administration economic adviser.
Management
Watchdog: OMB Should Collect and Share Lessons Learned on COVID Grants Flexibilities
OMB “generally agreed” this is a necessary action.
Management
Collaboration Between OPM and OMB: Is It Even Possible?
Could government's HR office really “work in concert” with the White House budget office, as a new report recommends, in light of OMB’s clear attempt to eliminate the independent personnel agency?
Management
Senate Confirms Shalanda Young to Be Deputy OMB Director
She is expected to become acting director.
Management
Senate Committees Advance Nominee for No. 2 Spot at OMB
The White House has yet to name a new pick for director after Neera Tanden withdrew last week.
Management
OMB Nominees Pledge to Avoid Future Shutdowns, Improve Budget Stewardship
Biden’s picks for deputy director and deputy director for management told lawmakers they are committed to transparency and improving fiscal oversight.
Management
OMB No. 2 Nominee Pledges to Restore Morale in the Federal Workforce
"Often in these budget deals that come up, one of the main losers are federal workers," said Shalanda Young.
Management