Agencies Must Submit Pandemic Reentry Plans by July 19

The White House-led body heading up pandemic “reentry” efforts for the federal workforce wants agencies to submit draft plans on their post-reentry personnel policies and work environment by June 18, and final plans for "both reentry and post-reentry procedures by July 19,” said a memo sent to agencies Tuesday by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force. It's made up of several federal entities and led by the White House COVID-19 Response Team, General Services Administration and Office of Personnel Management. The final plan submissions are to include a “phased reentry schedule” that includes “ample notice to employees,” the memo said. Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel told FCC staffers in January they will be allowed to telework at least through August (see 2104140030). The matter would be driven by safety concerns and federal guidance, she told reporters last month. The FCC didn't comment on the agency's specific plans but an FCC spokesperson said the "health and safety of FCC employees is a primary priority as the agency consults with appropriate authorities about when it is safe to return to work," in an email Wednesday.