Trump restores Schedule F via executive order
The classification, which makes it easier to fire federal workers, is also the subject of congressional legislation.
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AI will have a major impact on labor markets. Here’s how the US can prepare
The nation can do better at forecasting AI-driven job and skill changes, including with a data-focused nonprofit that examines the technology’s impact.
Senate Republican’s DOGE Acts would codify Schedule F, freeze federal hiring and salaries
The package of bills from Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., align with the Trump administration’s plans for the Department of Government Efficiency.
DOJ employees wary of doxxing threats call on leadership for stronger response
An employee-run gender equity and equality group wrote to Justice Department leaders to protect its workforce amid online threats.
White House, OPM issue ‘call to action’ to improve the federal hiring experience
The Office of Personnel Management says it will be monitoring agency progress.
White House advisers push for expanded Pathways Program to fill agency STEM gaps
Members of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology voted in favor of recommendations to strengthen an OPM program targeting early-career talent.
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GSA unveils new class of Presidential Innovation Fellows focused exclusively on AI
The 11 fellows will serve across eight federal agencies on projects that leverage the emerging technology.
Federal cyber workforce needs telework flexibilities, OPM director says
Rob Shriver said during a House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing that barriers to telework would hinder the cybersecurity workforce.
Bipartisan Senate bill calls on NSF to boost AI and quantum education
The NSF AI Education Act of 2024 from Sens. Moran and Cantwell tasks the National Science Foundation with supporting emerging tech outreach programs.
USDS impact report showcases ‘a year of launching things’
Mina Hsiang, administrator of United States Digital Service, details top agency project successes of the past year, while looking ahead to hiring challenges posed by emerging tech.