Counsel

Robert Tapella, current chief of staff of the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO), is expected to be nominated as the next Public Printer. Upon confirmation, Tapella will replace William Turri, acting Public Printer. Turri has been filling the role since January, following the retirement of Bruce James. Tapella has served as Chief of Staff since 2004, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the executive offices of the GPO, which include: Innovation and New Technology, Public Relations, Congressional Relations, General Counsel, Equal Employment Opportunity and the Inspector General. He also directs strategic planning for the GPO and serves as the chief adviser to the Public