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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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7:50

Nation's drinking-water systems need better cyber...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/06

(3/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The EPA thinks the nation's drinking-water systems need better cyber hygiene. The Senate now has a companion bill that would repeal provisions that limit some feds' Social Security benefits. And the GSA is cleaning out its acquisition closet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:09

Reports of federal race, sex and age discrimination...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/03

(3/3/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Reports from government employees of race, sex and age discrimination are on the decline. New legislation would create tax benefits for businesses that hire military spouses. And the Air Force liberalizes its tattoo policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:34

USPS billions of dollars in the hole

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/02

(3/2/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Post Office has lost more than $2 billion this fiscal year. A new bill could bring changes to federal firefighters' retirement savings. And Homeland Security celebrates its 20th anniversary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:50

DoD official talks mental health at Georgetown

Federal Newscast ·

2023/03/01

(3/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks talks about a mental-health priority. The financial systems modernization at Homeland Security comes under GAO scrutiny. And the IRS is looking for volunteers to advise the agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:08

No dance step or sidestep can help avoid the TikTok ban

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/28

(2/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: There's no dance step or sidestep to help avoid the TikTok ban. The Director of CISA calls for changes in how tech companies design their products. And legacy data centers are dropping like flies and saving billions of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:16

The CIO shuffle continues at two agencies

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/27

(2/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Akin to the '85 Chicago Bears, the CIO shuffle continues at two agencies. AFGE rejects calls to cut the DoD civilian workforce. And CISA revamps its website and adds a big red button. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:32

Sen. Markey calls for 'glitchy asylum app' to be shut...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/24

(2/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A Massachusetts senator calls for a glitchy asylum app to be shut down at the border. The GAO reports that the VA is failing to follow protocol when hiring drug felons. And a video-game-like simulator helps train Latin American military personnel at a Texas Air Force base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:04

House bill gaining steam to restore full Social...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/23

(2/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A House bill is gaining steam to restore full Social Security benefits to certain feds. The focus intensifies on an estimated $65 billion in bogus unemployment insurance payments during the pandemic. And one congressman is probing a no-bid contract at DHS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:35

Federal contracting industry provides support for...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/22

(2/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The federal contracting industry provides big-time support for Ukraine. TSP's obsolete forms could pose a problem. And DoD warns against the dangers of poppy-seed bagels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:25

Defense Department officials took risks when...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/21

(2/21/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Did DoD officials take risks when authorizing commercial cloud services? OPM is offering Federal HR specialists a free web-training opportunity. And the Commerce Department has a new leader for advancing equity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:39

State Dept. gets serious about cybersecurity

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/17

(2/17/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Justice and Commerce Departments join forces to target cyber crime. The backlog of retirement claims at OPM ballooned last month. The State Department gets serious about cybersecurity. And there's a new portal on USAJobs.gov for prospective interns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:44

Postal Service moves to crack down on 'a surge in...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/16

(2/16/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Postal Service is moving to crack down on 'a surge in counterfeit postage.' The Office of Management and Budget is looking to update the federal grant-making process. And the White House takes steps to defend federal-agency data from the power of future quantum technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:45

NIH $50 billion IT-services contract being buried...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/15

(2/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The $50 billion IT-services contract from NIH is being buried under protests, yet again. The Air National Guard is providing humanitarian aid to earthquake victims in Turkey. And DoD announces the first successful test flights of F-16s flown with artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:39

Top Virginia lawmakers join forces to make final...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/14

(2/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Powerful Virginia lawmakers, of all stripes, are making a final pitch to land the new FBI HQ in their state. Some GOP Congressmen are asking FEMA's top manager about COVID-related decisions. And OPM has selected finalists for the Presidential Management Fellows Program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:38

TSA’s use of facial recognition comes under...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/13

(2/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Transportation Security Administration’s use of facial recognition comes under congressional scrutiny. The Government Printing Office moves to adopt 19 suggestions to make federal information easier to access digitally. And the Pentagon releases a report on the quality of life for military families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:32

Growing disagreement between OMB and GAO is no act

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/10

(2/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department IG warns against unauthorized apps on government phones. A growing disagreement between OMB and GAO is no act. And the National Cyber Director is retiring next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:20

GAO preparing first-of-its-kind estimate of total...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/09

(2/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GAO is preparing a first-of-its-kind estimate of the total amount of fraud across all federal programs. DoD health care providers expand their use of electronic health records. And GAO says FEMA needs stronger oversight of public-private partnerships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:29

Agencies slow to act on some critical cybersecurity...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/08

(2/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Agencies are dragging their feet on some critical cybersecurity recommendations. GSA is expanding its data reporting initiative. And MREs of the future could be made from nothing more than water, air and energy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:38

Momentum continues toward modernizing Congress

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/07

(2/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The momentum continues toward modernizing Congress. President Biden names a Microsoft executive to chair a key cybersecurity advisory committee. And the new website, AirForce.com, has landed for all potential recruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:03

Child care for DoD employees is falling short, GAO says

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/06

(2/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Child care for DoD employees is good, but costs too much and is in short supply. A new bill could change how COLAs are calculated for federal retirees. And if you're violating certain federal civil statutes or regulations, get ready to pay higher penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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