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Bids to Limit Offsite Work, Shrink Office Space Gaining More Traction

A new bipartisan bill is proposed to require federal employees to work onsite at least 60% of the time. [ more ]

The Hill

3 weeks ago

Federal employees are saying 'no thanks' to Biden's return-to-office mandates

Federal employees express discontent with unclear return-to-office rationale and reduced productivity in hybrid setups. [ more ]

FEDweek

What is the Future for Telework and Remote Work Opportunities in the Federal Government in 2024?

Over 90% of federal employees find their current work schedule productive and satisfying.

Despite the push for a more in-person work environment, many federal employees and unions advocate for the benefits of telework. [ more ]

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The Hill

4 days ago

Workplace flexibility is the most used, wanted benefit among caregivers: AARP

Flexible schedule is the most utilized workplace benefit among family caregivers. [ more ]

Government Executive

Expanding flexible work options in the federal government is no longer optional

Telework at federal agencies improved employee engagement, agency performance, and saved taxpayer money.

Flexible work schedules like a 10-hour, four-day work week in Page, Arizona, helped in retention and attracting top talent. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

3 days ago

California will audit its telework policies as workers frown on return-to-office mandates

The California legislative committee seeks to evaluate the state's telework policies after the announcement of requiring state workers to return to the office for at least two days a week. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California employees could lose telework if they don't comply with two-day in-office mandate

Critics speculate California may revert to full-time in-office model.

Some state managers under Health and Human Services Agency might need to work in person two days per week. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California departments with return-to-office mandates praised telework in internal surveys

Remote work surveys reveal changing stances among California government agencies.

Some California departments shifted to in-office work despite prior support for remote work. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

2 months ago