Hundreds of cities get federal help to make streets safer
But Buttigieg, the former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, said grant programs like the safe streets initiative allow local leaders to have a bigger say on improving their road networks.
These are the 2024 winners of the ‘Oscars’ of government service
"As we recognize the winners of this year’s Sammies on the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks — a stark reminder of the vital importance of effective government — we honor their passion, hard work and dedication, along with that of the more than 2 million civil servants who have answered the call to serve our country,” said Max Stier, president and CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, in a statement.
IRS is behind on Biden policy to not increase audits for households under $400K
TIGTA said that IRS also should examine adjustments for cases when two spouses each earn less than $400,000 but together make more than that amount and craft a definition for small businesses, which the 2022 directive also exempts from the increased audit rate.
American activist shot dead in occupied West Bank
According to them, the IDF responded with fire at “a main instigator of violent activity who hurled rocks at the forces and posed a threat to them,” but the details of the incident and the circumstances under which she was hit are under investigation.
Biden administration seeks more Social Security funding, election and transition provisions in possible CR
Often, anomalies include items like renewing spending authorities and other short-term fixes for ongoing government programs or to ensure funding is available to implement planned initiatives during the term of the continuing resolution.
White House cyber czar launches a new hiring sprint
ONCD is also encouraging both agencies and private sector counterparts alike to use best practices like removing degree requirements and offering entry level cyber jobs, apprenticeships and paid internships, said Mo.
Putin says China, Brazil or India could act as intermediaries in Ukraine peace talks
Initially founded in 2009 to foster closer ties among Russia, China, India and Brazil, the partnership now comprises nine members including Iran, Egypt, South Africa, Ethiopia and the UAE.
OPM reminds agencies to grant feds leave to vote
“As explained in OPM’s March 2022, guidance, agencies should allow employees to use up to four hours of administrative leave for voting in connection with federal general election day and in connection with each election event (including primaries and caucuses) at the federal, state, local, tribal and territorial level,” Shriver wrote.
Supreme Court’s ruling on Chevron framework will lead to policy shifts by federal emergency management and housing agencies
Without the judicial deference that has existed for decades, these agencies must interpret laws under increased legal scrutiny, likely leading to significant policy shifts in areas like emergency management and housing with real world implications for the Americans who rely on these programs.
Forest Service chief signals budget belt-tightening is on the horizon for FY2025
In an Aug. 29 blog post, Chief Randy Moore said that the Forest Service was planning its fiscal 2025 budget allocations under a scenario of “a potentially budget-limited future” after previous legislation provided additional funding and pay raises for its wildland firefighters.
Biden formally announces 2% average pay raise for feds in 2025
"We must attract, recruit, and retain a skilled workforce with fair compensation in order to keep our government running, deliver services and meet our nation's challenges today and tomorrow," Biden wrote.
Cost of VA’s Digital GI Bill has nearly doubled amid delays and contract challenges
In a highly critical review, however, VA’s Office of Inspector General found that “insufficient planning by VBA hindered development and completion of the Digital GI Bill platform and has led to significant delays and contributed to about $479 million in additional costs.”