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SPECIAL REPORT
Government Reorganization
President Obama has announced plans to seek authority from Congress to reorganize federal trade and business-related functions in the Commerce Department and other organizations, as well as elevate the Small Business Administration to Cabinet status.
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Senators mull whether consolidation authority would cure duplication
March 21 Oversight committee leader Joe Lieberman hopes to grant Obama administration’s request this year.
Obama establishes center to strengthen trade enforcement
February 28 Unit will coordinate agencies to protect U.S. firms and workers.
Obama sends up draft bill for reorganization authority
February 16 OMB letter to House speaker promises Congress a continuing role in consolidation effort.
Congress urged to seize opportunity to reorganize government
February 16 Hearing on federal 'obesity' suggests Obama trade overhaul could be coupled with GOP efforts to shrink workforce.
NOAA grapples with uncertainty over Obama reorganization plan
February 7 Proposed move from Commerce to Interior adds to concern about budget cuts.
OMB tasks 11 agencies with documenting duplication
January 17 Focus is on creating transparency in trade, export and competitiveness functions.
Obama reorganization bid faces challenges on Capitol Hill
January 13 Lawmakers express measured support, but some Republicans are skeptical of promised savings.
Agencies to release plans for streamlined regulations
August 23, 2011 Partly a response to criticism that Obama hasn't focused on business concerns, the plans don't go far enough for some.
Former Fed chairman backs new plan for overhauling government
June 21, 2011 Volcker and Sen. Warner welcome NYU professor’s plan to save $1 trillion by reorganizing to attack waste.
