🏥Expanded Eligibility for WTC Health Program Responders Announced
On September 11, 2024, CDC published in the Federal Register an interim final rule with request for comment to update existing regulations governing the WTC Health Program to align with statutory changes. The interim final rule expanded eligibility criteria for enrollment of new Pentagon and Shanksville responders, capped at 500 new members, and made various conforming amendments to the WTC Health Program regulations. In this final rule, CDC responds to public comment and finalizes the revisions to the regulation.
Learn More⚖️Upcoming Federal Management Regulation Revision by GSA
GSA plans to issue a final rule revising the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2022-01, "Federal Advisory Committee Management," published on April 18, 2024.
Learn More📄GSA Rescinds Regulation on Travel Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
GSA plans to issue a final rule that rescinds Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) Case 2022-05, titled "Updating the FTR With Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Language," published on February 16, 2024.
Learn More👩🦰Proclamation for Women's History Month 2025 and Business Impact
The proclamation by President Trump recognizes March 2025 as Women's History Month, celebrating the contributions of women to American society. It emphasizes the importance of protecting women's spaces and sports and reiterates the administration's commitment to family values and opposing gender extremism.
Learn More🇺🇸Business Implications of Official Language Designation
Executive Order 14224 declares English as the official language of the United States, emphasizing its role in promoting unity, culture, and civic engagement. This decision seeks to streamline communication within government operations while acknowledging the American tradition of multilingualism. The order aims to empower new Americans through the adoption of English, facilitating their full participation in society.
Learn More🌪️DHS Announces Establishment of FEMA Review Council
The goal of the FEMA Review Council is to advise the President, through the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, the Assistant to the President for Homeland Security, and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, on the existing ability of FEMA to capably and impartially address disasters occurring within the United States and shall advise the President on all recommended changes related to FEMA to best serve the national interest. This notice is not a solicitation for membership.
Learn More🍏Executive Order 14212
Executive Order 14212 creates the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission, tasked with addressing the rising chronic disease rates in America. This initiative aims to promote health through better nutrition, physical activity, and transparency in health research, specifically focusing on childhood health issues and improving public understanding of these challenges.
Learn More🌍Executive Order 14169
Executive Order 14169 focuses on reevaluating and realigning U.S. foreign aid to better align with national interests. It establishes a 90-day pause on disbursements to assess program efficiency and policy alignment, requiring agencies to review existing assistance programs and make determinations on their continuation or modification. This initiative aims to ensure that foreign aid supports U.S. foreign policy objectives.
Learn More🔒Executive Order 14152
Executive Order 14152 addresses accountability for former government officials involved in election interference and improper disclosure of sensitive information. It directs the revocation of security clearances for implicated individuals and establishes policies ensuring that the Intelligence Community remains nonpartisan. The order aims to restore trust and protect national security by preventing the misuse of government resources in political campaigns.
Learn More📦Updates to Federal Travel Regulation on Relocation Allowances
The United States (U.S.) General Services Administration (GSA) is issuing a final rule amending the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) to remove the relocation miscellaneous expenses allowance (MEA) lump sum amounts from the FTR. These lump sum amounts will be published in FTR Bulletins on an intermittent basis, much like what is done for per diem and mileage rates. The relocation MEA actual expense (as opposed to lump sum) amounts are unchanged and will remain in the FTR. This final rule also updates the types of expenses that may or may not be reimbursed by relocation MEA when employees itemize under actual expense. Additionally, this final rule updates and clarifies other relocation MEA regulatory sections and rearranges them into a more sequential order.
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