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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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8:42

Retiring intelligence officials are going to have to...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/04/03

In today's Federal Newscast, U.S. intelligence officers have new restrictions on working for foreign governments when they retire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:04

Some TSA employees anticipate a 40% pay raise soon

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/31

(3/31/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Some transportation security officers could receive upwards of a 40% pay raise. The State Department looks to Mastercard for its latest deputy secretary. And the Department of Homeland Security is looking to harness artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:21

House Democrats want to create another TSP investment...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/30

(3/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Congressman Adam Schiff has introduced a bill to create another TSP investment option. GSA's Sonny Hashmi logs in to an oversight committee's hot seat. And Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) is troubled by a glitch-plagued app for migrants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:31

After years of double billing DoD for genetic tests,...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/29

(3/29/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: After eight years of double and triple billing DoD for genetic tests, LabCorp pays a $2.1 million settlement. An IRS watchdog says the agency's uncollected taxes estimate in not clear enough. And House Democrats want to create another investment option for TSP participants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:25

Navy's former CIO drops anchor at Google Public Sector

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/28

(3/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Navy's former CIO docks his private-sector ship at Google Public Sector. A new Executive Order prevents agencies from using some commercial spyware. And federal employees in Shenandoah National Park have geography to thank for a pay increase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:43

Bill reintroduced to establish IG office for agency...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/27

(3/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A bill is reintroduced to establish an IG office for the agency that manages the Thrift Savings Plan. The Postal Service surpasses more than $2 billion in loses so far this fiscal year. And the Biden administration is figuring out a way to bring some standardization to how agencies hire cyber workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:08

New House subcommittee chairman pledges to conduct...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/24

(3/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A new House subcommittee chairman pledges to conduct rigorous oversight of CISA. All 44 Army installations institute the military housing Tenant Bill of Rights. And the White House is putting up $250 million to help make federal buildings more climate friendly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:17

Lawmakers takes aim at changing how agencies buy...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/23

(3/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Raising duplication issues, lawmakers takes aim at changing how agencies buy software. Firms that get CHIPS Act money might need to avoid expanding their operations to places like China and Russia. And senators are trying again to create a reserve force of civilian cyber workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:43

Policy change for certain diseases, boosts workers'...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/22

(3/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A policy change dramatically boosts workers' comp acceptance rates for federal firefighters with heart problems and certain cancers. The Veterans Benefits Administration continues its hiring spree to handle a record workload. And HUD's Inspector General has her sights set on environmental justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:53

Virginia Army base gets an official name change this...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/21

(3/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A southern Virginia Army base gets a name change on Friday. The IG says bad computer passwords are putting the FDIC at risk. And the National Security Agency hits an all-time high in hiring people with disabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:05

OPM adjusts extension date to waive certain policies...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/20

(3/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: OPM gives agencies an extension to waive certain leave policies for essential federal workers. The Defense Department has started a new working group to implement its suicide prevention policies. And comments on a new shared services framework are due this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:34

IRS watchdog wants more money budgeted for service,...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/17

(3/17/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IRS Taxpayer Advocate wants more money budgeted for service and IT modernization, and less for enforcement. The Biden Administration wants higher pay for federal firefighters. And the federal workforce is becoming slightly more diverse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:50

Sen. Grassley puts hold on Biden's pick to oversee VA...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/16

(3/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) puts a hold on President Biden's pick to oversee VA benefits. The U.S. Access Board's 25-member governing board has new leadership. And, tweets aside, confirmation of POTUS pick for Archivist of the United States, is one step closer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:41

IG tells Veterans Health Administration to strengthen...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/15

(3/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Veterans Affairs Department's Inspector General tells the Veterans Health Administration to strengthen background checks to avoid hiring disqualified people. The Navy wants a 4.5% budget increase next year, to $256 billion. And CISA is launching a new initiative to combat ransomware. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:28

NTEU President Tony Reardon retiring

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/14

(3/14/23)- In today's Federal Newscast: A union president, representing 150,000 federal workers, is hanging up the placards. The Army's first-ever civilian CIO has new private-sector gig, dealing with the public sector. And the Office of Personnel Management is processing retirement claims faster than a fax machine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:07

DoD reports surge in sexual harassment at Naval and...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/13

(3/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sexual harassment is on the rise at the Naval and Air Force Academies. The Department of Veterans Affairs is looking to hire nearly a half million new employees. And 'double back pay' gets double the rejection by a federal appeals court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:42

CISA looking at a budget bump in the millions

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/10

(3/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is looking at a budget bump in the millions. The Technology Modernization Fund (TMF) is in line for $200 million more in fiscal 2024. And the Agriculture Department (USDA) goes in search of a better potato to make better chips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:19

DC Health Link data breach was a big one

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/09

(3/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The data breach at DC Health Link was a big one. SAM.gov also had problems, but GSA says it was not a cyber attack. And OPM is teaching federal job applicants the art of the interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:14

GAO promises to issue report on yearlong hiccups...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/08

(3/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GAO promises more details about TSP's new website. Lawmakers look to ban agency use of Biometric Technology. And the Army's new advertising slogan is an old one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:35

Census Bureau, it turns out, didn't spend as much as...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/07

(3/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Census Bureau didn't spend as much as once thought. Another bridge across the valley of death is being built for small-business contractors. And agencies are making progress on the President's Management Agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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