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Jory Heckman
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By Jory Heckman Verified| Federal News Network Verified Aquiel Warner, a 31-year-old medical school student in Austin, Texas, completed her tax return this year before she finished cooking breakfast. “I literally did this while lying down in bed, with my tax documents next to me in my phone, which is not how I have ever done taxes in my life,” Warner said. Warner is a full-time student and didn’t have any income to report this year. But using Direct File, a free online tax filing platform run by the IRS.
By Jory Heckman Verified| Federal News Network Verified The IRS is planning to cut up to 40% of its workforce after wrapping up this year’s tax filing season. An internal memo obtained by Federal News Network states the IRS will begin sending out bi-weekly Reduction in Force (RIF) notices starting this week. By the end of these workforce reduction efforts, the IRS will go from an initial workforce of 102,000 employees to approximately 60,000 and 70,000 employees.
By Jory Heckman Verified| Federal News Network Verified The Office of Personnel Management faces a steep bill for employee relocation expenses, as it plans to bring staff working remotely back to the office. As part of its return-to-office plans, OPM is planning to spend more than $40 million to relocate approximately 250 employees — spending about $166,000 per employee. The relocation cost per employee is higher than the annual salary of most federal employees, according to recent data analysis from the Pew Research Center.
Company Info
Federal News Network
Federal News Network is a prominent source of information and analysis for those supporting federal agencies. Established in 2000 by Bonneville International, it began as FederalNewsRadio.com, the first Internet-only all-news station, and has since expanded to terrestrial radio. Now part of Hubbard Broadcasting, it broadcasts on 1500 AM in the Greater Metropolitan Washington area and maintains a strong online presence. The network offers a range of news programs featuring respected journalists, including "Ask the CIO," "On DoD," and "The Federal Drive." It provides non-partisan news coverage and in-depth analysis of federal policies, helping agency managers, policymakers, and contractors stay informed. With approximately 31 employees and a revenue of around $6 million, Federal News Network is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The organization also utilizes digital communication tools to enhance connectivity within the federal community.
Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States
+1 202-895-5027
Founded: 2000