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Thank you to our Telework Champions for pledging to telework during Telework Week.

Collectively, more than 136,000 pledges saved $12.2 million in commuting costs in just one week.

Telework Week Support:

“Telework Week is an opportunity for Federal agencies to ensure their IT infrastructures can support a remote workforce in the event of an emergency.  The exercise helps agencies uncover performance hiccups well in advance to ensure that in the event of a natural or man-made disaster, the government can continue to function as close to full capacity as possible.”
– Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA)

"Telework increases employee productivity, reduces traffic congestion, and improves business continuity through incentivizing flexible work arrangements.  By participating in Telework Week, individuals and organizations have the opportunity to stress test systems to ensure that in the event of an emergency or inclement weather, operations can continue."
– Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA)

"Telework Week is an excellent opportunity for thousands of people to try teleworking and realize the great benefits it can provide. A robust telework program can help organizations improve the quality of life of their employees, while also taking strides to protect the environment, reduce traffic congestion on the roads, and increase workplace efficiency."
– Congressman John Sarbanes (D-MD), author of the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010

“Telework has the potential to reduce traffic congestion while saving commuters time and money – ultimately improving the quality of life for Virginians. Programs like Telework Week demonstrate that individuals and organizations alike can make a difference, especially in areas with some of the worst traffic congestion in the country.”
- Delegate Rich Anderson, 51st House District, Virginia General Assembly

"The Department of Agriculture (USDA) had 7,516 employees teleworking during Telework Week 2012, amounting to more than $1 million saved in commuting costs. USDA has high goals for widespread telework adoption and this initiative gave many employees from smaller agencies and sub-organizations the opportunity to telework, even if they do not regularly do so. We pledge to once again support Telework Week and hope to exponentially increase our participation this year.”
- Oscar Gonzales, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Administration, USDA 

Telework Week supports Gov. Bob McDonnell’s Government Reform and Restructuring Commission’s recommendations that state government support telework to increase employee productivity and engagement, and reduce traffic and wear and tear on public transportation. Read more.

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