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Federal Newscast

Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio

THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, (length about seven minutes), is a daily Monday through Friday, high-information compilation of nine 40-second news stories and news packages, generated by the non-partisan, non-political, private-sector team of reporters at Federal News Network. Federal News Radio Producer/Newscasters Eric White and Michele Sandiford assemble and read the stories on the THE FEDERAL DRIVE with TERRY GERTON, the weekday morning-drive program, heard from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. (ET) on the

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7:20

Bipartisan bill aims to increase annual salary from...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/15

(12/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The National Defense Authorization Act looks like it is headed for a smooth landing on the President's desk for signature. Senate Republicans say they smell a rat, in the case of the missing OPM use-of-official-time webpage. And a bipartisan bill in congress aims to increase the salary of VA radiation specialists from an annual $195K to $280K. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:06

Senate bill would fire feds convicted of sexual assault

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/14

(12/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Office of Personnel Management serves up a few onboarding reminders. The 2024 National Defense Authorization Act clears its latest hurdle. And Sen. Joni Ernst wants feds fired who get convicted of a sexual assault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:24

As plans for a new FBI HQ chug along, the old...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/13

(12/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Harry Coker has been confirmed as the next national cyber director. The Bureau of Prisons tries to deal with a 40% shortage of correctional officers nationwide. And as plans for a news FBI headquarters putter along, the old building falls apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:26

DARPA kicks off its 10-year plan to create a...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/12

(12/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Small Business Administration is redefining small. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is rolling out a new cybersecurity tool for agencies. And DARPA makes plans to build a booming economy on the moon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:00

Money for DoD's Armed Forces Retirement Homes running...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/11

(12/11/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The GAO looks to improve agency adoption of agile and iterative software development. The U.S. Space Force has officially activated its component for Europe and Africa. And GAO is projecting money for DoD's Armed Forces Retirement Homes is running out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:05

Blindsided by pay problems, certain VA medical...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/08

(12/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The National Park Service offers the best customer experience in the government, according to research firm Forrester. The chief management officer is not coming back to the Defense Department. And blindsided by pay problems, certain VA medical employees might be allowed union help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:09

VA failing to detect drug felons during hiring...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/07

(12/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: DoD's Electronic Health Record problems, are still a big factor in military recruiting challenges. The GAO says the Department of Veterans Affairs is failing to detect drug felons during the hiring process. And the Senate has confirmed the new Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:59

GAO blames staffing shortages for agencies' failures...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/06

(12/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) has lifted his abortion-driven hold on military promotions. Job satisfaction at the Homeland Security Department has increased. And GAO blames staffing shortages for the failure of federal agencies to battle cyber attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:36

Month after defeat, Virginia lawmakers still fighting...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/05

(12/5/23) - On today's Federal Newscast: CENTCOM's got a new chief data officer. A month after the decision was announced, Virginia lawmakers are still fighting to be the site of the new FBI headquarters. And the Internet of Things looms large in OMB's 2024 FISMA guidance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:21

Senators want to scrap TSA's use of facial recognition

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/04

(12/04/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Some Senators have introduced legislation to scrap TSA's use of facial recognition at airports. The Office of Special Counsel warns federal employees about expressing partisan opinions on the war in Gaza. And Speaker Mike Johnson just received a letter saying money for Ukraine is running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:48

Joint Chiefs Chairman warns against year-long CR

Federal Newscast ·

2023/12/01

(12/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GSA's Inspector General will scrutinize the decision to relocate the FBI HQ to Greenbelt, Maryland. Gen. CQ Brown spells out the dangers of a year-long CR, from his perch as Joint Chiefs Chairman. And the Merit Systems Protection Board is close to filling the final spot on its three-member panel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:16

VA surpasses goal to permanently find shelter for...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/30

(11/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Cyber Accreditation Body has a new leader. The Department of Veterans Affairs has surpassed its goal to permanently house veterans experiencing homelessness. And SmartPay celebrates its 25th anniversary with a facelift of its website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:50

Labor Dept employees will be greeted by 2024 with...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/29

(11/29/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The State Department is setting records issuing visitor visas. Maryland's former governor is getting closer-to-confirmation to run the Social Security Administration. And Labor Department employees will be greeted by 2024 with less telework. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:28

Stamp prices increase for fifth time in three years

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/28

(11/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Stamp prices will go up again. (That's five times since 2021). A new IARPA Program will try to expose perpetrators behind cyber attacks based on coding styles. And the Defense Department is seeking to update its acquisition regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:36

Pentagon leaders call hold on military officers'...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/27

(11/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Secretaries of the Army and Air Force call the hold on the confirmation of hundreds of military officers "problematic." The GAO reports that the federal workforce is more diverse than the nationwide labor force. And improper payments crept up in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:52

To stay employed, military spouses continue to battle...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/22

(11/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Navy has a new 14-page cyber strategy that was published yesterday. House lawmakers want to offer more help to military spouses who battle mobility in order to keep their jobs. And the National Archives and Records Administration is on track to eliminate the veterans records backlog by January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:48

New bill aims to raise pay of blue-collar federal...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/21

(11/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A new bill aims to raise the pay for blue-collar federal employees. CISA is expanding its cyber services beyond federal agencies. And if you'd like to ghost write for Santa, USPS has a deal for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:36

Senate panel takes big step to help end hold on...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/20

(11/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Postponing maintenance at federal buildings is costing the government $22 billion. The White House has temporarily filled a top cyber job. And a Senate committee has taken a big step to help end the hold on nearly 370 military nominations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:43

Over 33,000 federal employees will see additional...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/17

(11/17/23) - In today's episode of the Federal Newscast: The Defense Department is still the only federal department that's never earned a clean audit opinion. GOP lawmakers are trying to override a controversial cybersecurity regulation. And locality pay strikes again, as more than 33,000 federal employees will see additional raises in January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:53

GSA sees record spending through its contracts for IT...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/16

(11/16/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IRS's new CIO makes a move with vast experience and success modernizing legacy technology. Several key Biden administration nominees are moving forward in the Senate. And the GSA sees record spending through its contracts for IT products and services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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