Stimulus
Senators Make Bipartisan Push to Expedite Hiring for Workers to Oversee Pandemic Response
Measure would ensure special investigator has proper resources in light of Trump's recent IG firing spree, senator says.
Senators Unveil Bill to Force Airlines to Provide Cash Back for Pandemic-Driven Flight Cancellations
If passed, the bill would also make cash reimbursements retroactive, enabling refunds for existing vouchers that date back to March 1.
New House COVID-19 Bill Includes Hazard Pay for Feds, Strengthens Protections for Telework and Sick Leave
Pelosi on Tuesday unveiled legislation that would provide up to $10,000 in premium pay for federal workers on the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak and would prevent agencies from exempting employees from paid sick leave benefits.
Senators Push for $26 Billion in the Next Stimulus Package to Support U.S. Researchers
The growing group hopes to help address the pandemic-induced challenges that research universities, academic medical centers, national labs and others are facing.
Creating an Oversight Toolkit to Ensure the CARES Act Delivers for the American People
Inspectors general across government need modern tools in their fight against fraud.
House Approves Creation of a Select Panel to Oversee Pandemic-Related Spending and Response
Critics have said the committee will be duplicative, but one transparency expert said that "overlapping oversight jurisdictions can be a good thing if managed correctly."
Senators Call on IRS to Beef Up Fraud Prevention Efforts
Scammers are not taking days off during the pandemic, senators warn.
COVID-19: The Unlikely Accelerant of IT Modernization
The current crisis ushers in the workplace of the future today.
Forget Travel Vouchers, Airlines Should Give Customers Cash Back, Senators Say
A group of senators estimates airlines are holding about $10 billion from customers whose travel plans changed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump Administration Releases Guidance to Clarify Coronavirus Relief Act’s Contracting Provisions
Agencies can use CARES Act funds to reimburse contractors from March 27 to September 30, 2020.
Treasury Secretary Says Electronic Stimulus Payments ‘More Secure,' But Are They?
Verifying the identity of people submitting personal information to IRS portals could be a challenge for the agency.
Groups Urge Congress to Fund Federal Tech Upgrades in Next COVID Stimulus Bill
Six federal technology advocacy groups offered four principles for legislators to consider.
House Oversight Leaders Seek Childcare Payments and Other Help for Feds in Next COVID-19 Relief Bill
In a letter to House leadership, Democrats unveil a laundry list of legislative proposals to assist federal employees and contractors during the coronavirus pandemic.
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