# Policy Deets and Mandatory Fun **URL:** https://www.fedwork.net/c/policy-deets-and-mandatory-fun/8.md [Latest](https://www.fedwork.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.fedwork.net/categories.md) --- ## [Policies and Training](https://www.fedwork.net/t/policies-and-training/100)
**Author:** [@FedWork](https://www.fedwork.net/u/FedWork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 4:42pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/policies-and-training/100 "2019-03-15T16:42:14Z")
Information and questions about ethics, federal training programs, professional development, and updates on government regulations or policies. --- ## [OPM details expectations for new RIF rules](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-details-expectations-for-new-rif-rules/4270)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 11:00am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-details-expectations-for-new-rif-rules/4270 "2026-09-13T11:00:29Z")
--- ## [FEHB / PSHB Premium Review – What’s Coming in 2027](https://www.fedwork.net/t/fehb-pshb-premium-review-what-s-coming-in-2027/4265)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 10:12pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/fehb-pshb-premium-review-what-s-coming-in-2027/4265 "2026-09-09T22:12:27Z")
Four factors drive premiums: health care cost trends, the claims experience, how OPM negotiates with carriers, and the size and health of each plan’s risk pool. Discover the early signals worth watching and what you can … --- ## [A New Presidential Memorandum Strengthens America’s leadership in space transportation](https://www.fedwork.net/t/a-new-presidential-memorandum-strengthens-america-s-leadership-in-space-transportation/4227)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 11:28am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/a-new-presidential-memorandum-strengthens-america-s-leadership-in-space-transportation/4227 "2026-08-21T11:28:20Z")
The Memorandum directs agencies to incentivize co-development of space transportation infrastructure with private-sector partners. It delivers a clear, comprehensive America First approach to ensuring reliable, affordabl… --- ## [Federal Employees Can Now Access Their eOPF Online](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-employees-can-now-access-their-eopf-online/4221)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 9:50pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-employees-can-now-access-their-eopf-online/4221 "2026-08-16T21:50:50Z")
OPM recently announced the launch of the electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF) Document Request Service (DRS), a secure online portal that enables eligible former federal employees to request and receive copies of … --- ## [OPM launches a new digital tool that modernizes how federal Human Resources (HR) professionals access and apply personnel action guidance](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-launches-a-new-digital-tool-that-modernizes-how-federal-human-resources-hr-professionals-access-and-apply-personnel-action-guidance/4172)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 4:57pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-launches-a-new-digital-tool-that-modernizes-how-federal-human-resources-hr-professionals-access-and-apply-personnel-action-guidance/4172 "2026-07-19T16:57:15Z")
--- ## [OPM proposes new rules on administrative leave and deferred resignation programs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-proposes-new-rules-on-administrative-leave-and-deferred-resignation-programs/4171)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 12:03pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-proposes-new-rules-on-administrative-leave-and-deferred-resignation-programs/4171 "2026-07-19T12:03:17Z")
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) officially issued a proposed rule in the Federal Register to amend regulations regarding the use of paid administrative leave and the management of deferred resignation programs (… --- ## [OPM's proposed RIF rules would replace seniority and veteran preference with recent performance ratings as the top factor in layoffs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opms-proposed-rif-rules-would-replace-seniority-and-veteran-preference-with-recent-performance-ratings-as-the-top-factor-in-layoffs/4161)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opms-proposed-rif-rules-would-replace-seniority-and-veteran-preference-with-recent-performance-ratings-as-the-top-factor-in-layoffs/4161 "2026-07-09T18:05:12Z")
--- ## [Preventing AI Censorship Act to give American citizens the right to sue federal employees who violate their First Amendment rights through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)](https://www.fedwork.net/t/preventing-ai-censorship-act-to-give-american-citizens-the-right-to-sue-federal-employees-who-violate-their-first-amendment-rights-through-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-ai/4126)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2026, 12:08pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/preventing-ai-censorship-act-to-give-american-citizens-the-right-to-sue-federal-employees-who-violate-their-first-amendment-rights-through-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-ai/4126 "2026-06-14T12:08:20Z")
--- ## [Amendments to the Civil Service Regulations for Schedule Policy/Career Employees](https://www.fedwork.net/t/amendments-to-the-civil-service-regulations-for-schedule-policy-career-employees/4115)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 4:12pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/amendments-to-the-civil-service-regulations-for-schedule-policy-career-employees/4115 "2026-06-07T16:12:18Z")
Senior policy-influencing positions are being transferred into Schedule Policy/Career to increase accountability. In addition to ensuring accountability for poor performance, this order also advances merit in the Federa… --- ## [Workforce Policy, Benefits Updates, and Agency News](https://www.fedwork.net/t/workforce-policy-benefits-updates-and-agency-news/4090)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 12:03pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/workforce-policy-benefits-updates-and-agency-news/4090 "2026-05-20T12:03:48Z")
Several developments are directly or indirectly affecting federal employees, retirees, and agencies across the government. From budget activity to workforce policy shifts and ongoing benefits‑related updates, here’s a cl… --- ## [Trump Administration Moves to Reclassify HHS Jobs as At-Will Positions](https://www.fedwork.net/t/trump-administration-moves-to-reclassify-hhs-jobs-as-at-will-positions/4088)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 7:15am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/trump-administration-moves-to-reclassify-hhs-jobs-as-at-will-positions/4088 "2026-05-19T07:15:56Z")
--- ## [Proposed RIF Rules Raise Concerns](https://www.fedwork.net/t/proposed-rif-rules-raise-concerns/4071)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 5:33pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/proposed-rif-rules-raise-concerns/4071 "2026-05-09T17:33:31Z")
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has proposed a major overhaul of federal Reduction‑in‑Force (RIF) regulations. The revised, streamlined process will be merit‑based, more efficient, and prioritize performance ove… --- ## [OPM’s Announces Broader Access to their AI-Powered USA Class HR Tool](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-s-announces-broader-access-to-their-ai-powered-usa-class-hr-tool/4070)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 5:18pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-s-announces-broader-access-to-their-ai-powered-usa-class-hr-tool/4070 "2026-05-09T17:18:43Z")
This Tool is designed to streamline hiring, reduce bottlenecks in classification and job posting processes, and automates the creation of position descriptions (PDs). USA Class functionality, training, and implementation… --- ## [Federal Job Loyalty Questions Lawsuit Filed](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-job-loyalty-questions-lawsuit-filed/4056)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 7:44pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-job-loyalty-questions-lawsuit-filed/4056 "2026-04-30T19:44:36Z")
--- ## [Inside the modern scif](https://www.fedwork.net/t/inside-the-modern-scif/4040)
**Author:** [@secretsquirrel](https://www.fedwork.net/u/secretsquirrel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2026, 1:52pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/inside-the-modern-scif/4040 "2026-04-21T13:52:07Z")
plus the THE SCIF SURVIVAL GUIDE, in the March issue of NatSec@Work. Read more: NatSec@Work - National Security Workforce - March Issue - Page 22 --- ## [The U.S. Department of Energy Fast Tracks New Isotope Manufacturing Facility](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-u-s-department-of-energy-fast-tracks-new-isotope-manufacturing-facility/4036)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 8:39pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-u-s-department-of-energy-fast-tracks-new-isotope-manufacturing-facility/4036 "2026-04-19T20:39:34Z")
The DOE issued a conditional commitment for a loan of up to $263 million to support the construction of Chrysalis, a high-volume medical isotope production facility in Janesville, Wisconsin. This project will support hun… --- ## [Structural Changes Planned for OPM’s HR Programs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/structural-changes-planned-for-opm-s-hr-programs/4035)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 7:01pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/structural-changes-planned-for-opm-s-hr-programs/4035 "2026-04-19T19:01:05Z")
Under OPM’s broader HR transformation efforts, known as “Federal HR 2.0,” OPM is investing in a more centralized, high-quality approach to HR workforce skill-building. They are establishing a standardized HR training and… --- ## [OPM Is Asking for Federal Workers’ Medical Records](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-is-asking-for-federal-workers-medical-records/4032)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 8:37pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-is-asking-for-federal-workers-medical-records/4032 "2026-04-16T20:37:04Z")
--- ## [No College Degree, Not A Problem: Major Overhaul in Federal Hiring](https://www.fedwork.net/t/no-college-degree-not-a-problem-major-overhaul-in-federal-hiring/4016)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 6:40pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/no-college-degree-not-a-problem-major-overhaul-in-federal-hiring/4016 "2026-04-07T18:40:42Z")
--- ## [Week in Review – Federal News Updates](https://www.fedwork.net/t/week-in-review-federal-news-updates/3988)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2026, 5:49pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/week-in-review-federal-news-updates/3988 "2026-03-23T17:49:27Z")
A series of notable developments across the federal government, touching on technology policy, workforce stability, labor relations, and ongoing operational challenges at the Department of Homeland Security. Together, th… --- ## [Cyber Strategy for America Launched – America’s Priorities](https://www.fedwork.net/t/cyber-strategy-for-america-launched-america-s-priorities/3967)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/cyber-strategy-for-america-launched-america-s-priorities/3967 "2026-03-09T11:27:16Z")
A new Cyber Strategy Report was published this March, which describes six policy pillars that will guide action and resourcing through the follow-on policy vehicles established by this initiative. The six pillars include… --- ## [Federal Employees’ Weekly News Update](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-employees-weekly-news-update/3964)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 5:10pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-employees-weekly-news-update/3964 "2026-03-08T17:10:52Z")
Federal employees’ working conditions, pay, and benefits are characterized by a shrinking workforce, rising costs for everyday necessities, including health care, and ongoing battles over union representation. There isn’… --- ## [OPM Terminates the Administrative Careers with America (ACWA) Assessment Program](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-terminates-the-administrative-careers-with-america-acwa-assessment-program/3957)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/opm-terminates-the-administrative-careers-with-america-acwa-assessment-program/3957 "2026-03-04T14:04:52Z")
The US Office of Personnel Management today issued a memorandum to federal agencies providing updated guidance ending the use of the Administrative Careers with America (ACWA) assessment. OPM Director Scott Kupor said. “… --- ## [RIFs Would be Appealed to OPM Rather than MSPB Under Proposed Rule](https://www.fedwork.net/t/rifs-would-be-appealed-to-opm-rather-than-mspb-under-proposed-rule/3923)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/rifs-would-be-appealed-to-opm-rather-than-mspb-under-proposed-rule/3923 "2026-02-11T20:20:03Z")
--- ## [Dramatic Savings on Prescription Drugs – New Site Launched February 5th](https://www.fedwork.net/t/dramatic-savings-on-prescription-drugs-new-site-launched-february-5th/3911)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2026, 12:05pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/dramatic-savings-on-prescription-drugs-new-site-launched-february-5th/3911 "2026-02-06T12:05:24Z")
The government’s Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) prescription drug portal features 43 drugs from the first five manufacturers to reach pricing agreements with the Trump Administration: AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly, EMD Serono, Novo … --- ## [New EO drops today](https://www.fedwork.net/t/new-eo-drops-today/296)
**Author:** [@jhammy](https://www.fedwork.net/u/jhammy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 1:28pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/new-eo-drops-today/296 "2026-02-05T13:28:15Z")
Another day. Another EO. Federal spending undergoing even more scrutiny: New Executive Order Puts Federal Spending Under the Microscope – What It Means for Agencies and Contractors - ClearanceJobs --- ## [New Federal Workforce Data (FWD) Launched – Professionally Packaged & Easy to Use](https://www.fedwork.net/t/new-federal-workforce-data-fwd-launched-professionally-packaged-easy-to-use/3879)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2026, 12:51pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/new-federal-workforce-data-fwd-launched-professionally-packaged-easy-to-use/3879 "2026-01-10T12:51:05Z")
The FWD website expands publicly available workforce information, including new data on retirement eligibility, telework and remote work, administrative leave, performance ratings, and federal hiring activity. It replace… --- ## [The Establishment of the DOJ’s New National Fraud Enforcement Division](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-establishment-of-the-doj-s-new-national-fraud-enforcement-division/3878)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2026, 12:06pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-establishment-of-the-doj-s-new-national-fraud-enforcement-division/3878 "2026-01-10T12:06:19Z")
This division will enforce the Federal criminal and civil laws against fraud targeting Federal government programs, federally funded benefits, businesses, nonprofits, and private citizens nationwide. National enforcement… --- ## [Defense Contractor Performance Metrics - Accelerating Defense Procurement](https://www.fedwork.net/t/defense-contractor-performance-metrics-accelerating-defense-procurement/3877)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2026, 11:47am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/defense-contractor-performance-metrics-accelerating-defense-procurement/3877 "2026-01-10T11:47:26Z")
The President signed an Executive Order on January 7, 2026, to improve defense contractor performance. New or existing defense contracts, including renewals, must contain provisions prohibiting stock buy-back, corporate … [Next page](https://www.fedwork.net/c/policy-deets-and-mandatory-fun/8.md?page=1)