Following the recent email directive from the Trump administration, federal agencies are now taking steps to address the new weekly reporting requirement for government employees. The initial email, titled 'What did you do last week? Part II,' had caused confusion and panic among workers, with Elon Musk even threatening potential job loss for non-compliance.
In response to the situation, the Office of Personnel Management has instructed federal employees to report their recent accomplishments by the end of each Monday, making it a weekly obligation. To streamline the process, department leadership will now handle the responses on behalf of the workforce.
The State Department, recognizing the sensitivity of its work, had advised its staff not to respond to the initial OPM email due to security concerns. Similarly, the Department of Homeland Security has opted to collect its own list of accomplishments from employees, setting a deadline for submission by Monday night.
'We are implementing a structured process for employees to submit a brief summary of their key accomplishments from the previous week,' reads an email from DHS leadership. 'This exercise aligns with the intent of OPM's recent guidance while remaining internal to DHS, given our national security responsibilities.'
Overall, federal agencies are working to ensure compliance with the new reporting requirement while addressing concerns related to security and efficiency in the process. The ongoing communication and coordination between departments aim to streamline the reporting process and minimize disruptions to government operations.
