Tech
Report on smart tags includes security, privacy warnings
As more data is stored, organizations could combine and correlate information to infer identities or locations and build profiles of people for other purposes.
Defense
Authorization bill’s fate hinges on Dems' next step on Iraq
Authorizers must decide if their bill is worth losing to keep the pressure on President Bush to reverse his Iraq policy.
Defense
Lawmakers skeptical of planned Federal Protective Service cuts
DHS official argues loss of 249 police officers would not hurt building security.
Defense
ADVICE+DISSENT: Intelligence File Clearing Barriers
Intelligence chief Mike McConnell wants to change the security clearance process.
Defense
Chemical industry prepares for another fight over security language
Supplemental war spending bill headed to President Bush's desk contains provision that would allow states to go beyond federal chemical security rules.
Defense
Union official, FEMA clash over morale issues
Labor leader seeks congressional "rescue" of agency; FEMA spokesman calls statements "worthless."
Defense
Senators to meet on immigration reform
Core issues, such as whether illegal immigrants can earn citizenship without leaving the country, still under discussion.
Defense
Iraq reconstruction projects fall back into disrepair
Funding, project management agencies say they have no authority to help Iraqis operate new equipment and maintain refurbished buildings.
Defense
Pentagon, State struggle to define nation-building roles
As the Pentagon moves to fill short-term gaps, it is pushing to get civilian agencies the money and authorizations they need.
Defense
Bush invites leaders to discuss new war funding bill
President reiterates that he will not accept legislation that has a timetable for withdrawing troops.
Defense
Walter Reed moves to new medical tracking system
Clinicians and case workers now can quickly schedule appointments and locate documents needed to apply for benefits.
Defense
Watchdog: Projects in Iraq at risk for fraud, waste and abuse
Ongoing contract management problems and lack of contractor head count contribute to problems.
Defense
Lawmakers doubt DHS can meet port security deadlines
Maritime security law enacted last October requires testing of transportation worker IDs at U.S. seaports to begin by July 1.
Defense
Senate OKs war package as post-veto plotting begins
Close House vote indicates Democratic leaders are unlikely to prevail if they attempt to override a veto.
Defense
OMB requires new acquisition certification for managers
Under three-tier system, program and project managers will get training and certification for procurement-related work.
Defense
House sends bill to boost wartime spending to Senate
Measure would put President Bush in the bind of having to endorse a pullout from Iraq, or admit his strategy is not working.
Tech
DHS: Technology gaps slowing port security efforts
Identification cards, for instance, will have to be checked by eyeballing photos until card readers are ready.
Defense
Measure to fight war profiteering moves to full Senate
Bill would impose prison sentences and fines on those found to have knowingly defrauded or overcharged the government.
Defense
Lawmakers hear flurry of reasons for failure in Iraqi police training
Lack of training in civil subjects, stresses on staffing and poor contract oversight blamed for setbacks.
Defense