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Veteran Healthcare: Referral Coordination...
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) updated its specialty care referral process to improve coordination and scheduling for veterans. While the Referral Coordination Initiative has helped streamline access to specialty care,…
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Executive Order 14208: Ending Procurement and...
The debate over plastic vs. paper straws has taken a new turn with a presidential executive order banning the use of paper straws in federal agencies. Citing higher costs, questionable…
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Executive Order 14210: Implementing the...
The President’s Department of Government Efficiency Workforce Optimization Initiative marks a significant shift in federal workforce management. With a hiring ratio of one new hire for every four departures, the…
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Radio Spectra as Telecommunications Assets
Radio spectra are more than invisible waves; they are crucial economic assets. A new analysis finds that including radio spectra in the national balance sheet adds $2 trillion to U.S.…
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The Nation’s Fiscal Health: Strategy Needed As...
The federal government’s fiscal outlook is on an unsustainable path, with debt levels projected to outpace economic growth each year if current policies remain unchanged. By the end of fiscal…
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Restoring America’s Fighting Force
The Department of Defense is sharpening its focus on meritocracy and operational excellence with the new “Restoring America’s Fighting Force” initiative. This directive eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs,…
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Interagency Security Committee Compliance Policy...
In an era of evolving threats, the 2024 ISC Compliance Policy and Benchmarks provide a clear framework for securing federal facilities. This guide helps agencies assess their adherence to critical…
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AI Incidents: Key Components for a Mandatory...
Artificial intelligence incidents are becoming increasingly common, but there’s no unified system in place to report and analyze them. The Center for Security and Emerging Technology proposes a comprehensive framework…
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Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents,...
Navigating the benefits available to veterans, their families, and caregivers can feel overwhelming, but the 2025 Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, and Survivors guide provides clear, up-to-date information on essential…
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How Much Are Medical Innovations Worth? A Detailed...
Medical innovations are reshaping healthcare, but their impact on costs and quality isn’t always straightforward. A new analysis examines thousands of cost-effectiveness studies to track how medical breakthroughs spread and…
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Funding Behavioral Health Work Through ACF Grants
Access to behavioral health funding can be a game-changer for organizations working to strengthen mental health and substance use support in their communities. The ACF Behavioral Health Grant Opportunities Guide…
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The AI-ready legislature: Considerations for...
Legislative drafting is undergoing a seismic shift, with AI accelerating the transition from paper-based processes to digital-first workflows. Just as the iPhone redefined mobile technology, AI tools like generative AI…
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The Budget and Economic Outlook: 2025 to 2035
The latest Budget and Economic Outlook for 2025 to 2035 paints a challenging fiscal landscape. With the budget deficit projected to reach $1.9 trillion in 2025 and debt held by…
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Data Strategy Data: Delivering for ACF’s Mission
The Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Data Strategy is a bold step toward leveraging data to improve human services across the nation. By prioritizing responsible data use, ACF aims…
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OMB Memorandum: Temporary Pause of Agency Grant,...
Federal agencies are being directed to temporarily pause grant, loan, and financial assistance programs to ensure alignment with new administration priorities. This review aims to refocus federal spending on policies…
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