Federal agencies seek input on interagency coordination affecting Native students. The Department of Education announced a February 10, 2026, consultation in Washington, D.C., inviting Tribal leaders to provide…
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OPM Launches Site to Modernize Workforce Data Access
Launch of new system promises frequent updates and increased transparency. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announced the launch of the Federal Workforce Data (FWD), a website set…
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Labor Department Releases December Jobs Report
Employment data highlights continued expansion in the private sector. The Department of Labor recently released the December 2025 Employment Situation Report, showing continued job growth and rising wages…
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Secret Service Plans to Hire Thousands of New Employees
The agency seeks to increase its forces after mistakes and internal retention difficulties. The Secret Service has announced its intention to add 4,000 new employees by 2028. By…
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Education Department Initiates a Nationwide Workforce Development Competition
The initiative encourages states to build integrated Talent Marketplaces. The U.S. Department of Education recently announced the launch of the Connecting Talent to Opportunity Challenge, a nationwide effort…
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Senators Express Concerns Over AI Impact on Children and on the Workforce
Legislators feel that there should be stricter regulations put in place to mitigate some of their concerns. U.S. Senators Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Katie Britt of Alabama…
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USDA and Labor Department Collaborate on Work Opportunities
The Memorandum of Understanding signed by both secretaries indicates their efforts to help create sustainable employment opportunities in the U.S. The U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Labor have…
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HHS Launches Initiative to Expand Engagement With HBCUs
A new fellowship and workforce effort is intended to strengthen public health and research employment. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced an agency-wide initiative…
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Justice Department Sues Minnesota Public Schools over Racial Discrimination
The Minneapolis school system faces accusations of preferential treatment towards teachers. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) for racial discrimination in their Collective…
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Federal Reserve Votes to Lower Interest Rates Again
Chairman says, “I really want to turn this job over to whoever replaces me with the economy in really good shape.” The Federal Reserve Board met this week…
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