Watchdogs Testify Before HSGAC on IG Legislation
Three Inspector Generals (IG) testified before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) on October 21, 2021. The hearing focused on two Inspectors General reform bills the committee is considering, IG Testimonial Subpoena Authority Act and the IG Independence and Empowerment Act.
Senate HSGAC Advances MSPB Nominees, Cybersecurity Bills, to Full Senate
On October 6, 2021, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) approved three nominees to restore a quorum on the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). The decision to confirm the Biden Administration’s nominees, Cathy Ann Harris, Tristan Leavitt, and Raymond Limon, now advances to the full Senate.
Senate Holds Hearing on OPM Director Nominee
The U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) held a nominations hearing on September 9, 2020 for several individuals, including the nomination of John Gibbs to serve as Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). The vote on his appointment is expected to be held on September 16, 2020.