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The Federal Government Doesn't Know How Many of Its Buildings Contain Asbestos

A new report from the Government Accountability Office finds that two-thirds of government-owned buildings haven't been inspected for asbestos in at least five years.

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Lawmakers urge DOD to play larger role in scrutinizing mergers - Roll Call

In a new letter, two Democratic lawmakers want answers from the Pentagon about how it can step up oversight of proposed defense mergers.

Roll Call

In Congress and courts, a push for better care for trans prisoners - Roll Call

Advocates acknowledge that greater protections for transgender prisoners may have to come through the courts, rather than Congress.

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CGI Federal points finger at Atlassian bug for US government data breach

While the extent of the breach is unknown, over 6,000 GAO employees were affected.

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Key US government body says it might have been breached, with thousands of employees affected

An IT contractor was breached, resulting in stolen PII from the Government Accountability Office.

TechRadar

Does your Congress need fixing? Call these former staffers - Roll Call

They left the Hill behind, but not its problems — and now they’re on a mission. Their groups are out to change the Capitol, one tweak at a time.

Roll Call

Astronauts won't walk on the moon until 2026 after NASA delays next 2 Artemis missions

NASA announced today (Jan. 9) that its flagship Artemis 2 moon mission will be delayed until September 2025 due to technical challenges and safety concerns.

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FAA's launch mishap investigations need a rethink, government report finds

The Federal Aviation Administration should evaluate and improve the way it investigates space launch mishaps, according to a new report.

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House members seek study on state readiness for quick elections - Roll Call

A bipartisan group lawmakers have called for a study on the ability of states to quickly fill House vacancies after a mass casualty event.

Roll Call

Biden Administration Releases Policy To Seize Drug Patents Based On Price

The Biden team has released a plan for federal officials to use "march-in rights" to seize the patents of drugs they deem overpriced.

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NASA's Artemis 3 astronaut moon landing unlikely before 2027, GAO report finds

NASA's endeavor to return humans to the moon during the Artemis 3 mission will likely be delayed because it is jeopardized by "multiple challenges" and an ambitious schedule.

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Why is the US ramping up production of plutonium ‘pits’ for nuclear weapons?

The Pentagon is concerned about the the US nuclear arsenal’s viability, but critics worry about a renewed arms race

The Guardian - US

SCOTUS takes up second Chevron case, bump stock ban challenge

The Checks and Balances Letter delivers news and information from Ballotpedia’s Administrative State Project, including pivotal actions at the federal and state levels related to the separation of powers, due process, and the rule of law.

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Full Extent of COVID Fraud Will 'Never Be Known With Certainty'

A new GAO report details federal prosecutors' attempts to put the horse back in the barn.

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The FBI Needs Downsizing, Not $3.5 Billion for a New Headquarters

Lawmakers from Maryland and Virginia fought over which state should house the new site rather than whether the bureau even needs so many agents.

The Guardian - US

US faces almost daily hazardous chemical accidents, research suggests

Report by non-profit researchers tallies incidents exposing people to dangerous toxins through fires, explosions, leaks and spills

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Dogs with jobs: data on canine employment in the government

Dogs working for the federal government typically have roles that involve either detection or search — nearly 3,000 work for the Department of Homeland Security.

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Why Is Halloween Candy So Expensive? Sugar Protectionism.

A new report from the GAO highlights how America's system of sugar subsidies and tariffs costs consumers about $3.5 billion every year.

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Federal Agencies Maintain Offices That Sit Mostly Empty

A new Government Accountability Office report notes that of 24 federal agencies, none of their headquarters are more than half-staffed on an average day.

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The COVID Bailout of State and Local Governments Was Unnecessary

Well over half of those funds remain unspent, according to a new Government Accountability Office report.

Reason

The Federal Government Spent $3.3 Billion on Office Furniture as Employees Worked From Home

The Department of Defense spent $1.2 billion on furniture between 2020 and 2022, although it only uses 23 percent of its office space.

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FBI’s Improper Use Of Facial Recognition Tech Sparks Privacy Concerns

Lack of training and safeguards raises civil liberties issues, says GAO report

USAFacts

How does the US Postal Service serve rural Americans?

Postal service has rebounded to pre-pandemic performance levels. But the financial future of USPS presents ongoing challenges, particularly in rural communities.

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Biden denounces ‘rising tide’ of ‘extremism’ in 9/11 anniversary speech

The Democratic president, angling for reelection in 2024, called for unity ‘regardless of our political backgrounds’.

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US border wall construction damaged Native burial site: Government report

New report has found that efforts to expedite construction came at expense of sensitive ecosystems, Indigenous sites.

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