Digital Government
Open Federal Data is Now the Law of the Land
President Trump signed the OPEN Government Data Act into law, requiring agencies to publish machine-readable data and appoint chief data officers.
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From TSA Call Outs to FAA Protests, Airports Are Feeling the Shutdown Pressure
Several airports are adjusting their operations to account for fewer security screeners showing up.
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Shutdown Consequences: Could a Drop in Credit Score Lead to Loss of Security Clearance?
Financial experts say not to worry, but at least one lawmaker wants assurances from the White House.
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The tricky task of finding a new home for the Federal Protective Service
GAO tells DHS it needs to better define what is to become of its building security component.
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A Warning for Elected Officials on Social Media—Court Says Don't Block Critics
A social media page can be the equivalent of a public meeting, a federal appellate court found for the first time last week.
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Lawmakers Propose Bills to Avoid Future Shutdowns, Secure the Power Grid
Congress also cleared a bill to ensure furloughed feds get back pay once the government reopens.
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FCW Insider: Jan. 14
The latest news, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.
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Low-Income Renters Face Eviction, Thanks to the Government Shutdown
Contracts for federal housing assistance are expiring, and thousands of low-income seniors and disabled renters could face eviction.
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Moonlighting Feds Could Be Risking Their Jobs
Furloughed federal employees turning to other jobs need to be aware of federal ethics guidelines and agency rules a second job could violate.
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FBI Agents Say the Shutdown Is a Threat to National Security
Nearly 5,000 FBI special agents, intelligence analysts, attorneys, and professional staff have been furloughed.
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FCW Insider: Jan. 11
The latest news, quick hits and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.
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Amid Shutdown, Feds Figure Out Ways to Fund Food Stamp Benefits. For Now.
States have until Jan. 20 to request an early issuance to make sure they receive February SNAP funding.
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House Approves Spending Bill With 1.9 Percent Civilian Pay Raise in Latest Attempt to Reopen Government
Measure is the first of four the House plans to take up; President Trump walked out of a meeting with congressional leadership Wednesday after Democrats declined to support his $5.7 billion border wall funding demand.
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Poll: Nearly 3 in 4 Tech Workers in DC Would Consider Leaving Their Employer for Amazon
A survey suggests Amazon’s new HQ2 in Arlington, Va., is going to dramatically disrupt the local workforce—especially in tech.
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