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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio

The Federal Drive with Terry Gertonprovides expert insights on current events in the federal community.Read more interviewsto keep up with daily news and analysis that affect the federal workforce. The Federal Drive is found at FederalNewsNetwork.com and 1500 AM in the Washington D.C. region.

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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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00:10:03

Open Season starts today, and feds face rising...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

Open Season kicks off today. Federal employees and retirees are facing another round of double-digit premium hikes, shifting plan defaults, and new coverage options. Here to explain what’s changing and how to avoid paying for coverage you don’t need is John Hatton from NARFE.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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00:08:32

If the shutdown continues, more feds expecting ‘sick...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

The decision by the Federal Aviation Administration to reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 high volume markets beginning this morning, isn't just a reaction to the now longest partial government shutdown ever. FAA is seeing the strain on air traffic controllers who are starting to call out sick more often. A new Federal News Network pulse poll finds FAA employees aren't the only ones working without pay that may be calling out sick or taking part in a sick out if this shutdown continues deep into

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00:06:41

Army looks to capitalize on recruitment and retention...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

Like the other military services, the Army has now recovered from the recruiting challenges it faced over the last several years. But even during the peak of those problems, a bright spot was that retention stayed strong. Now the Army is trying to capitalize on that strength by thinking more carefully about which soldiers it keeps and where. As Federal News Network's Jared Serbu reports, the Service wants to retain its soldiers in the fields where they're most needed, focus its retention efforts

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00:11:23

New CMMC rules take effect Monday, with contractors...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

Starting Monday, some Defense contracts will require verified cybersecurity compliance under new CMMC rules. But contractors face murky thresholds, shifting clause language, and real risks to eligibility. For the details on the changes, Federal News Network's Jared Serbu spoke with Dan Ramish, partner at Haynes Boone. 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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00:19:41

Cuts to U.S. emergency food aid are straining global...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

One of the first major cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency hit the U.S. Agency for International Development. About 85% of its programs were eliminated, and the rest, including emergency food aid, were folded into the State Department. That food aid program has long had bipartisan support, but the transition hasn’t been seamless. Federal News Network's Eric White recently spoke with Vincent Smith from the American Enterprise Institute to explore the program's growing pains. See

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00:57:50

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/07

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Cuts to U.S. emergency food aid are straining global relief efforts and reshaping how the State Department handles humanitarian crises New CMMC rules take effect Monday, with contractors facing unclear thresholds, shifting clauses, and real risks to eligibility 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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00:09:17

OPM’s Kupor wants more tech expertise in the federal...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/06

The Office of Personnel Management is hinting at some upcoming initiatives aiming to bring more tech talent into the federal workforce. At the same time, OPM says it's looking to improve early career recruitment and focus more on applicant skill sets rather than job titles. But OPMs big hiring goals also come after hundreds of thousands of feds have left their jobs this year. Here with more, Federal News Network's Drew Friedman. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy

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00:08:07

Pentagon faces backlash for quietly reorganizing its...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/06

Pentagon leaders came under fire Tuesday for quietly reorganizing part of the Defense Department's policy office without notifying Congress. Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis is here with more. 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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00:10:02

Where the government shutdown is affecting...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/06

The government shutdown is rippling through the world of intellectual property. To find out which parts of the IP system remain lit, and which have gone dark, Federal News Network's Eric White spoke with Jarom Kesler, a partner with Knobbe Martens. 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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00:47:18

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/06

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Where the government shutdown is affecting intellectual property Melwood is proving that inclusive employment can thrive When the government shuts down, who protects federal workers' paychecks and their jobs? 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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00:07:14

When the government shuts down, who protects federal...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/06

As the current shutdown tops the 35-day record of 2018-2019, the impact on the federal workforce grows. The administration has signaled it may withhold back pay from furloughed employees and proceed with mass reductions in force, despite clear legal protections. Attorney Heidi Burakiewicz breaks down the Anti-Deficiency Act amendments, ongoing litigation in California courts, and what federal employees facing RIF notices need to know about their rights and legal recourse. See Privacy Policy at

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00:10:05

Melwood is proving that inclusive employment can thrive

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2025/11/06

Melwood has been a pioneer in disability employment for nearly 60 years. Today, the organization supports workers at more than 60 federal sites, delivers tailored vocational services, and partners with researchers and agencies to expand opportunities for neurodivergent talent. Here to share how Melwood’s model continues to evolve and what it means for the future of inclusive work is President and CEO Larysa Kautz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:07:07

Nearly half of VA benefits employees working without...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/05

The vast majority of employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs are still working during the government shutdown, and most are being paid on time through advanced appropriations. Even so, tens of thousands of VA employees are not getting paid right now because they're either furloughed or working without pay. Veteran Service Organizations say that the shutdown has also limited their services to veterans. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman has been covering this. See Privacy Policy at

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00:09:01

Pentagon looks to get pulse of small businesses as...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/05

The Pentagon Cyber Security Maturity Model certification is less than a week away from becoming an official acquisition rule. Now the Defense Department's lead Small Business Office is polling companies about their readiness to meet the CMMC requirements for more on CMMC finally becoming a reality Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday joins me. 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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00:10:50

Financial tips from a retired fed who's seen his...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/05

Well here we are again. A government shutdown that doesn't appear to be ending any time soon, and federal strain is abound. With many employees furloughed, or even being laid off due to the shutdown, they're looking at all options to pay their bills. We thought we'd speak with someone who's been down this road before and can give some tips for getting through it. We welcome back to the program Abe Grungold, former federal employee and founder of AG Financial Services. See Privacy Policy at

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00:09:09

When a shutdown impacts mission, how does industry...

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2025/11/05

Employees of the government, and the companies agencies work with are both feeling the strain of this ongoing shutdown. Now, one industry group is asking Congressional leaders to lessen the financial blow the best they can. Federal Drive host Terry Gerton spoke with Jim Carroll earlier this week, who is the Executive Director 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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00:09:07

Where the shutdown is having the biggest impact...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/11/05

With the 11th shutdown of the U.S. government since 1976 underway, the economic ramifications are being felt all over. For some analysis on some of the most affected areas, we welcome Chip Lugo, an analyst with WalletHub. 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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