The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

00:10:20

A major reboot of the government’s small‑innovation...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/18

The Senate has advanced a bill that would reauthorize the SBIR and STTR programs through 2031 after a long lapse, and it comes with some notable changes for small R&D firms. The package adds tougher foreign‑risk screening and introduces new “Strategic Breakthrough” Phase II awards that can reach up to $30 million. We’ll look at what those shifts mean for innovators and contracting officers with Emily Murphy, former GSA Administrator. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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00:10:43

New limits on executive pay and dividends are...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/18

The administration’s new rules on executive pay, dividends and other financial tools haven’t moved defense earnings, but they’re already reshaping how companies think about future contracts. Those limits could eventually influence everything from talent pipelines to supply‑chain stability as they get written into deals over the coming year. We get the latest market signals and industry reactions from Paul Murphy of Bloomberg Government. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California

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00:49:39

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/18

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton New limits on executive pay and dividends are changing expectations across the defense sector, even if the effects haven’t hit earnings yet A major reboot of the government’s small‑innovation programs is finally moving after months of uncertainty GAO finds persistent gaps and data problems in OMB’s federal program inventory, limiting its value for oversight and decision‑making See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice

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00:09:38

GAO finds persistent gaps and data problems in OMB’s...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/18

The federal program inventory was meant to give policymakers a clear picture of what the government does and how much it spends. GAO says that picture remains incomplete, with missing programs, outdated listings, and inconsistent data undermining confidence in the site. Here to walk through GAO’s findings and what OMB needs to fix is Dawn Locke, Director in GAO’s Strategic Issues team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:56

Navy creating new contract center for excellence for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

As soon as President Donald Trump signs the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer program reauthorization act into law, the Department of Navy will be ready. While the House still needs to do its job and pass the SBIR bill, the Navy has been using the last six months to update its program. With a sneak peak into the Navy’s plans for the future of its SBIR program, Federal News Network executive editor Jason Miller joins me now. See Privacy Policy at

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00:06:51

As the Navy pushes to embed 5th generation wireless...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

The Navy is in the middle of a year-long push to embed fifth-generation wireless technologies across its systems and installations. And the service’s 5G Integrated Product Team says it’s “making progress” on expanding network coverage. Jason Fox is the director of the 5G IPT in the Department of the Navy Office of the Chief Information Officer. He talked with Federal News Network’s Justin Doubleday about that progress. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:56:11

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton CBO's latest assessment shows a federal outlook defined by rising costs, structural imbalances and tough choices ahead A military widow who turned her deepest loss into a decade of service is being honored with one of TAPS’ highest awards From the Strait of Hormuz to the factory floor, today’s Middle East operations are reshaping what the Pentagon asks of its contractors See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:16:25

CBO's latest assessment shows a federal outlook...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

According to the Peterson Foundation, this year’s CBO outlook lays out a budget weighed down by structural forces; from health‑care costs to an aging population that outpace the revenue coming in. It’s a forecast shaped by competing political pressures and economic realities that don’t move in the same direction. We’ll explore whether there’s any realistic path to addressing those imbalances with Brett Loper, Executive Vice President of Policy at the Peter G. Peterson Foundation. See Privacy Policy

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00:09:52

A military widow who turned her deepest loss into a...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

For more than a decade, Sara Wilson has been a steady presence for families navigating military grief, from Good Grief Camps to crisis support in some of the hardest moments. Her peer‑to‑peer networks, advocacy work, and calm guidance have strengthened the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, or TAPS, community at home and abroad. She joins me ahead of receiving the Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award at this year’s TAPS Honor Guard Gala. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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00:11:13

From the Strait of Hormuz to the factory floor,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/17

Ongoing U.S. military operations in the Middle East are stretching supply chains, increasing demand for munitions and intelligence, and raising new questions about how long industry can sustain the pace without supplemental funding. Behind every deployment, contractors are providing the logistics, technology, and support that make operations possible. Joining me to break down what this moment means for industry is President of the Professional Services Council, Stephanie Kostro. See Privacy Policy

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00:07:48

GSA to be designated as QSMO for acquisition

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

The General Services Administration is set to lead an acquisition system consolidation across government. That’s because GSA will be designated a “quality service management office” for acquisition. For more on what that means and what comes next, 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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00:08:45

Lawmakers question DoD’s growing use of equity...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

The Defense Department has begun taking a series of equity stakes in companies deemed critical to national security. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have questions about the new strategy. Federal News Network’s Anastasia Obis has 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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00:11:20

AI is now a competitive edge in federal capture and...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

AI is reshaping the skills contractors need to compete. Small businesses in particular need to adjust how they use these tools inside their proposals. An intentional approach can help a proposal stand out in a crowd. We get practical guidance from Desmond Brown, former Executive Director, Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization, Department of Veterans Affairs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:52:32

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton As HHS looks to speed up AI in clinical care, the big questions are burden, trust and what comes next AI is now a competitive edge in federal capture, and small firms need to adjust fast Escalating conflict abroad is now driving debates over war powers, energy prices and the fate of key funding bills 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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00:12:52

As HHS looks to speed up AI in clinical care, the big...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

The Department of Health and Human Services asked clinicians, patients, developers and health systems how the agency should guide the use of AI in health care delivery. That feedback will shape the Department’s approach to trust, interoperability and responsible adoption. We talk through what happens next with Deputy National Coordinator for Policy at HHS, Mark Atalla. 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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00:08:59

Escalating conflict abroad is now driving debates...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/16

Democrats are signaling they may force votes tied to the Iran conflict while leadership scrambles to keep DHS funding and other priorities on track. Energy interventions meant to blunt price spikes are adding new economic pressure that could reshape the legislative lineup. We’ll look at how these forces converge on Capitol Hill with Loren Duggan, Deputy News Director at Bloomberg Government. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:09:23

OPM’s Kupor defends Schedule Policy/Career, as...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/13

After a year of workforce overhauls, the Trump administration is continuing to charge forward with major changes for federal employees. The new Schedule "Policy-slash-Career" classification is on the brink of becoming reality. Revisions to the performance management system will soon take shape. Many of these looming changes come directly from the Office of Personnel Management. At a Federal News Network event last week, reporter Drew Friedman sat down with OPM Director Scott Kupor to hear his take

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00:08:28

IRS phase-out of paper checks leaves some taxpayers...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/13

Hundreds of thousands of taxpayers are facing extended wait times to receive their tax refunds from the IRS. In the past many of them would normally receive a paper check from the agency. But the Trump administration is phasing those out in favor of electronic payments that are faster and less prone to errors. In some cases, taxpayers are now waiting months for their refunds. News Network’s Jory Heckman has more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:14:22

A smaller IRS staff could mean a longer wait for returns

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/13

Tax season is underway, but the agency at the center of it is dealing with a shrinking workforce and the loss of tools meant to make filing easier. Those gaps are raising worries about whether the IRS can keep up, especially when it comes to customer service. For more, Federal News Network’s Eric White spoke with former Treasury Department Deputy Chief of Staff Julie Siegel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:09:53

Applications are open for a program that helps Navy...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/03/13

The Navy‑Marine Corps Relief Society has opened its 2026–27 Education Assistance Program, giving spouses and children a chance to apply for scholarships and interest‑free loans that can ease the cost of higher education. The Society supports hundreds of families each year through this program, and demand for this cycle is already building as more households look for help balancing school, service, and rising costs. We get the latest on who qualifies and how the program works from RADM (Retired) Dawn

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