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Border security will loom large for Obama administration (12/23/08) Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano, the likely chief of Homeland Security, has been a vocal critic of federal efforts. Corrections (12/22/08)
Corrections to articles posted on GovernmentExecutive.com From Nextgov.com: DHS to collect biometric data from green card holders (12/22/08) New rule that expands US VISIT program requires fingerprints and digital photos from noncitizens who are permanent residents . Homeland Security: Employers can no longer use expired documents in hiring (12/17/08) Draft rule is designed to streamline the process of verifying workers' employment eligibility and prevent fraud. Louisiana senator endorses FEMA independence (12/11/08) Democrat Mary Landrieu says she is "open" to concept if Obama were to support it. DHS to deliver data-mining report to lawmakers (12/08/08) The latest filing comes on the heels of a recommendation that lawmakers consider imposing restrictions on how personal data can be used in conjunction with counterterrorism programs. Concerns voiced over new border-crossing rules (12/05/08) Homeland Security official expresses confidence deadline for implementing the requirements will be met, but others, including Canadians, have doubts. Secret Service gears up for inauguration (12/04/08) With an unprecedented number of attendees expected, the agency undoubtedly faces a daunting task not seen at previous ceremonies. Mid-size contractors feel edged out by small and large companies (12/02/08) More data on midtier companies and a stronger lobby could raise groups' visibility, say government observers. Obama touts experience, knowledge of security team (12/01/08) President-elect picks Sen. Hillary Clinton, D-N.Y., to lead State Department and Gen. Jim Jones as national security adviser.
Federal buildings go unwatched (11/26/08) From the November issue of Government Executive : Cutbacks and confusion over building security leave workers wondering who's guarding the doors. Federal Protective Service director touts new vision for security (11/26/08) Gary Schenkel says agency responsible for monitoring federal facilities is "cleaning up business from the past."
Homeland Security criticized for lax oversight of programs worth billions (11/21/08) Senior managers failed to find time for review board meetings, allowing large projects to run behind schedule and over budget, auditors say. Appointee names leak out as agencies gear up for reviews (11/21/08) Obama teams have a handle on the pressing issues, employee groups and executives say. Acting GSA administrator backs broad cooperative purchasing plan (11/20/08) Jim Williams calls for all agency supply schedules to be open to state and local governments. Merit board links employee engagement and productivity (11/18/08) Study also finds that higher salaries and education correlate with greater involvement in work. Best and worst agencies for employee engagement (11/18/08) A look at where employees are the most involved in their jobs, and where they are simply putting in the hours. Lieberman keeps government reform panel chairmanship (11/18/08) Connecticut senator must give up leadership of Environment and Public Works subcommittee. New international development agency could emerge under Obama (11/13/08) More than 20 agencies governmentwide administer foreign assistance programs. Top jobs at agencies remain unfilled as transition looms (11/12/08) The latest Plum Book includes five vacancies among the positions listed at the Office of Personnel Management.
