The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

00:13:09

When the FAR gets a revolutionary overhaul and the...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/14

The FAR Council eliminated a third of commercial contracting clauses, streamlined registration, and rewrote major acquisition rules in a summer; all released just before the shutdown. Now agencies are adopting the revolutionary FAR overhaul at different speeds, leaving contractors navigating a patchwork of new procedures while dealing with expiring contracts and furloughed contracting officers. Former GSA Administrator Emily Murphy breaks down what's actually revolutionary about these changes, why

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00:16:42

Army personnel leaders are pushing hard to modernize...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/14

From digitizing pay and HR processes to professionalizing recruiters and accelerating policy change, Army personnel leaders are pushing hard to modernize how the service manages its people. Lieutenant General Thomas Eifler, Army G-1, and Sergeant Major Christopher Stevens met me at the AUSA conference to discuss how technology and leadership are shaping retention, readiness, and the future of the total force. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:07:39

Senate-passed spending deal sets VA staffing targets...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

A spending deal to end the longest government shutdown also keeps some agencies funded through the end of the fiscal year. That includes the Department of Veterans Affairs, which is still going through an agency reorganization. Lawmakers have included language that ensures the VA doesn't shed too many employees. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman is here with more insight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:44

How CyberCorps scholars are navigating a fractured...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

For years, the Cyber CORPS Scholarship for Service program has provided agencies with a steady pipeline of cyber talent, but now the program is at a crossroads as Cyber CORPS students struggle to find work amid the ongoing federal hiring freeze, many are now facing the prospect of having to pay back their scholarship. Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday joins me with more info on this situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:07:54

What happens when the small business pipleline for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

Small businesses funded through the SBIR program have developed drugs generating $36 billion in annual sales; treating everything from Hodgkin's lymphoma to breast cancer. Now, nearly two months into the program's lapse, those cash-strapped innovators face mounting uncertainty as solicitations freeze and funding disappears. Jere Glover of the Small Business Technology Council joins us with an update. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:12:12

The Army is updating its missile defense strategy and...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

The Army is realigning its missile defense forces to prioritize homeland protection, placing two key commands under Space and Missile Defense Command. I spoke with Lieutenant General Sean Gainey, commander of Army's Space and Missile Defense Command, at this year's AUSA conference to understand how this shift fits into a broader strategy that includes space operations, a new MOS, and lessons from today’s global conflicts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice

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00:10:54

It’s time to reauthorize the Small Business...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

The SBIR program channels federal R&D funding to small businesses with high-risk, high-reward technologies, fueling innovation in areas like defense, health, and energy. Some groups want to pair that reauthorization with reforms to improve oversight and commercialization. Here with one set of proposals is Eric Blatt, Executive Director of the Alliance for Commercial Technology in Government and a partner at Scale LLP. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice

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00:50:06

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/13

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton It’s time to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research Program What happens when the small business pipleline for lifesaving drugs goes dark? The Army is updating its missile defense strategy and shifting command focus to better protect the homeland See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:13:32

Amid data gap, an alternative to FEVS emerges for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

The Trump administration scrapped this year's Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey. That's the government's signature assessment of trends in the federal workforce. But in the absence of FEVS, a new opportunity has emerged for federal employees to make their voices heard. Federal News Network's Drew Friedman got more from experts at the Partnership for Public Service, which has just launched its first ever public service Viewpoint Survey. Michelle LaMonte is Senior Vice President of government

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00:08:23

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces changes to...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

The Defense Acquisition System as you know it, is dead. That's according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who promised to completely change how the Pentagon does business. Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis is here with more of the details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:09:30

The Pentagon wants faster weapons and it's giving...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth laid out a plan last week to overhaul weapons acquisition in his “Arsenal of Freedom” speech to industry leaders. Each service branch has two months to propose changes aimed at speeding development. For insight into what this means for contractors, we turn to Stephanie Kostro, president of the Professional Services Council. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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01:02:20

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Shutdowns are driving federal workers to pick up side hustles The Army is racing to modernize its industrial base to stay ready for tomorrow’s fight The Pentagon wants faster weapons and it's giving industry just 60 days to help make it happen See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:10:00

Shutdowns are driving federal workers to pick up side...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

Shutdowns are prompting a major mindset shift among federal workers, with many turning to side hustles for financial relief and some planning to stick with them long-term. But federal employment rules around outside work are strict, and missteps can carry serious consequences. Here to explain what’s driving the change and what workers need to know before picking up a second job is Novo Constare, CEO of Indeed Flex. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:18:19

The Army is racing to modernize its industrial base...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/12

From printed circuit boards to drone assembly, the Army’s organic industrial base is evolving to meet future combat needs. Colonels Brett Ayvazian and James Crocker from Army Materiel Command say modernization is underway, but aging infrastructure and supply chain fragility remain key challenges. They joined me at AUSA's annual conference to discuss the situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:09:35

Military families face unique barriers to fertility...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/11

Increased access to fertility treatment has been brought to the forefront, with even the White House now announcing that it has conducted negotiations to bring the price of IVF down. However, there's a segment of the population that may need even more help getting the care they need, military families. We're now joined by Dr. Michael Wittenberger, a reproductive endocrinologist and Navy veteran with a lot of experience in treating veterans and military families. See Privacy Policy at

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00:07:05

Unions sue Trump administration over 'loyalty...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/10

Federal employee unions are suing the Trump administration for including a new essay question on most job applications. One of the questions asks candidates how they plan to advance the Trump administration's priorities. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit say that amounts to a loyalty test for the nonpartisan civil service Federal News Network's Jory Heckman is here with more details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:09:44

Federal employees are reporting major workplace...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/10

Federal employees are experiencing disruptions in the workplace at a rate nearly three times the national average. Close to one-third of federal employees say their workplace has been disrupted to a very large extent this year, according to new data from Gallup. For more on the latest findings, Federal News Network's Drew Friedman spoke with a Gallup director and Senior Consultant, Camille Lloyd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:50:22

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/10

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The shutdown creates an employment law minefield for federal contractors Open Season starts today, and feds face rising premiums and tough choices on coverage Signs of movement in shutdown negotiations on the Hill See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:12:09

The shutdown creates an employment law minefield for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/10

As the shutdown stretches on, federal contractors face growing wage and hour risks, from delayed payments to potential violations of labor law. Employers trying to do the right thing may still stumble into legal trouble. Here to explain how contractors can protect themselves and what organizations should be doing to stay compliant is Co-Chair of the Employment + Labor Practice at Morrison and Foerster, Andrew Turnbull. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:50

Signs of movement in shutdown negotiations on the Hill

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/10

Last week's signs of movement seem to have hit a stop sign over the weekend. The House remains in recess. Regardless of the impacts on air travel, SNAP benefits, and military pay, Senate Democrats are holding firm on their demands, and Republicans are equally resolute in their positions, Here with more details on the shutdown negotiations is Maeve Sheehey, congressional reporter with Bloomberg Government. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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