Workforce

Coronavirus Roundup: The Biden Administration Is Renewing Its Calls for More COVID-19 Funds

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

The White House Boots Dr. Oz and Former NFL Player Herschel Walker Off an Advisory Council

Both are running for the Senate, which precludes them from serving on presidential boards under a Biden administration policy.

Management

It Just Got Easier for Feds to Vote and Work at Polls 

New leave guidance is part of the Biden administration’s overall efforts to increase access to voting.

Management

Madeleine Albright, the First Female Secretary of State, Dies at 84

"Hers were the hands that turned the tide of history," President Biden said in a White House statement on Wednesday.

Management

The Labor Dept. Wants to Revise a Trump-Era Policy on Handling of Discrimination Claims Against Contractors

Department argues the changes would increase flexibility, efficiency and enforcement, but attorneys for contractors say the revisions would hurt transparency.

Workforce

Coronavirus Roundup: A New COVID-19 Response Coordinator, New Reentry Guidance for Defense Civilians 

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s this week’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

DOJ’s New FOIA Guidance Promotes Openness

The new guidelines follow bipartisan calls from lawmakers for updates.

Management

The Senate Confirms Biden’s OMB Director

Shalanda Young has been serving as acting director since March 2021.

Management

Two Years Later: How the Pandemic Has Changed the Jobs and Lives of Some Federal Workers

Readers share the challenges–and silver linings–of working and keeping themselves, their families and their colleagues safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Management

Agencies Won’t Need COVID-Related Size Approvals Anymore for In-Person Events, With a Few Exceptions 

Updated guidance also covers entry provisions for onsite contractors and visitors to federal facilities. 

Pay & Benefits

The Labor Department Seeks to Update Prevailing Wage Regulations

Department officials said this is the “most comprehensive review” of a contractor construction wage law in 40 years.