Akaka Chairs Hearing Examining Current State of Federal Workforce
On September 19, 2012, Senator Akaka swore in witnesses for the last time as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia. The Chairman’s final hearing, entitled “Investing in an Effective Federal Workforce,” was a summation of the progress that has been made on many Federal workforce issues under his tenure, as well as a discussion of steps that must be taken to ensure an effective and efficient Federal government now and for future generations.
“It has been a great honor for me to serve as Chairman of this Subcommittee, and work on issues that – although they may not always make headlines – are crucial to improving the lives of our citizens,” said Senator Akaka. “Over the years, I have often said that I believe that the Federal government, as the nation’s largest employer, has a responsibility to lead by example, to be a model employer. It is my hope that the work of this Subcommittee has moved us toward that goal.”
Senator Akaka has served as the Subcommittee chair since 2007 and became Ranking Member in 2005. Witnesses praised Senator Akaka in their testimonies as being a friend to Federal workers who will be sorely missed. Read More »