Digital Government

OPM Chief to Propose Legislation for Merger With GSA By Week’s End

The Trump administration claims OPM cannot function properly without revenue from the National Background Investigations Bureau.

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Updated Federal Data Strategy and Draft Action Plan Coming Soon

The final action plan is set to be released in August, with deliverables for agencies to meet within one year.

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FCW Insider: May 15

Top stories, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.

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Poll: VA the least-liked federal agency

Americans like the Post Office, NASA and the Secret Service, but aren't thrilled by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration.

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FCW Insider: May 14

Top stories, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.

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Debating the future of cyber

Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) said the newly established Cyberspace Solarium Commission is getting its structure sorted before diving into debating three visions for defending U.S. interests in cyberspace.

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FEMA Used Google Rather Than Verified Registry to Fill Hurricane Relief Contracts

Agency that has come under recent scrutiny for handling of contracts rejects IG recommendations.

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FCW Insider: May 13

Top stories, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.

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Even Astronauts Binge-Watch TV While in Space

In a cramped and isolated environment like a space station, leisure activities are extra important for maintaining mental health.

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'You’ve Had a Rough Year,' Senator Tells Feds at SAMMIE Awards Event

Lankford, co-author of bill to end shutdowns, thanks the federal workforce for its “gift to the country.”

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Trump Taps Shanahan To Lead DOD, Ending Months of Speculation

The nomination marks the beginning of the end of the tenure of the longest-serving acting defense secretary.

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FCW Insider: May 10

Top stories, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.

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6 Citizen-Focused Steps Census is Taking to Improve the 2020 Count

Officials hope improving the customer experience for citizens will boost the participation rate for the Census Bureau’s biggest undertaking.

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Can open source help safeguard elections?

Lawmakers and policy experts are demonstrating increased interest in open source technology as a way to solve longstanding challenges and road blocks around election security.