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Executive Order 14323 kicks off a government-wide overhaul of personnel vetting to strengthen national security and public trust. By streamlining investigations, modernizing policies, and improving data sharing, the order aims…

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What does it take to design safer, more resilient infrastructure? The Human Factors team at Volpe explores how cognitive science, behavior, and ergonomics can improve transportation systems—from reducing fatigue-related crashes…

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Veterans seeking to upgrade their military discharge status often face inconsistent decisions depending on their branch of service. Although the Department of Defense requires “liberal consideration” for cases involving PTSD,…

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This Executive Order has established Schedule G in the federal excepted service, filling a long-standing gap for noncareer, policy-making and policy-advocating roles subject to presidential transition. This move aims to…

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The CFPB’s FY 2024 No FEAR Act Report highlights the agency’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and equal opportunity in the federal workplace. The report details complaints filed, processing timelines, and…

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Over the past two decades, the U.S. has experienced a profound demographic shift: the population of adults aged 65 and older is now nearly equal to the number of children.…

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This U.S. Census Bureau report explores how Americans’ geographic mobility has changed across generations from 2005 to 2023. Millennials showed the highest mobility rates for most of the period, particularly…

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Federal agencies have made strides in hiring persons with disabilities (PWD), but keeping them in the workforce remains a challenge. This EEOC report digs into the data to find out…

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Developing strong soft skills can be the key to success in today’s workforce. Whether it’s teamwork, communication, or problem-solving, these skills help young professionals navigate workplace challenges and build meaningful…

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Military spouses face unique challenges due to frequent relocations and the demands of military life, which can make it difficult to find and sustain meaningful careers. Over two-thirds of military…

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The 2025 Compliance Issues report highlights important updates for employee benefits, including ACA out-of-pocket maximum reductions and increased limits for HSAs, FSAs, and dependent care accounts. Employers must note new…

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The 2025 Employment Law Outlook provides an in-depth analysis of key employment law developments, offering valuable insights and forecasting trends and challenges that employers may face in the coming year.…

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Some regions within states, such as cities or counties, may enforce minimum wage rates that exceed the statewide standard. In compliance with federal and state regulations, employers are required to…

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Workplace violence can affect anyone, from office workers to healthcare providers, posing risks that range from verbal threats to physical harm. Employers can foster safer environments by implementing prevention programs,…

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Millions of Americans work in professions that support critical infrastructure. These are positions of special trust and responsibility, which are vital to their organization. Critical Infrastructure owners and operators seeking…

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