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Federal Hiring Regulations

Regulations governing the hiring process in the federal government, including competitive selection procedures and veterans' preference.

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Jan 30, 2026
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How does direct‑hire authority legally change federal background and selection procedures for law enforcement?

(DHA) legally shortcuts the toolbox—eliminating competitive rating and ranking, veterans’ preference, and “rule of three” procedures—so agencies can appoint any qualified applicant to fill occupations...

Feb 4, 2026

Can non-US citizens work for US Customs and Border Protection in 2025?

Publicly available CBP travel and program pages describe who may travel, enroll in trusted-traveler programs, and what CBP does at ports of entry, but the supplied reporting does not include CBP’s exp...