Defense
Dems use new clout to pass homeland security bills
Party has placed several controversial policies back on the table, such as collective bargaining rights for federal airport screeners.
Defense
Officials describe risks in Army transformation program
Acquisition official says contracting strategy is “experimental;” GAO cites technology issues.
Defense
Senate bill would transfer agriculture inspectors out of DHS
Measure proposed in part to address concerns about a lack of resources for checks to adequately protect against foreign pests.
Defense
Lawmaker vows to fight criticism over Walter Reed role
Democrats are saying Florida member could have used his clout on subcommittee to force changes in care for injured soldiers.
Tech
DHS boosts power of chief information officer
Critics say the move is long overdue and doesn't go far enough.
Defense
Whistleblower legislation faces veto threat
Bill would boost protections for employees in security and science agencies from retaliation for disclosing mismanagement.
Defense
Supplemental may ease need to boost 2008 security funds
The emergency spending bill would provide about $2.5 billion extra for various homeland security programs.
Defense
DHS considers nuclear detector tests in New York
New technology would operate alongside current detectors and officials would evaluate the rate of false alarms.
Defense
Lawmakers weigh fate of Walter Reed
Opponent of keeping the facility open says such a move would set a precedent encouraging lawmakers to overturn other base closings.
Tech
Homeland Security secretary highlights importance of technology
Work is almost complete on a common e-mail operation within the department.
Defense
House panel backs supplemental wartime spending bill
Measure provides $95.5 billion for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, stipulates withdrawal from Iraq by next fall at the latest.
Defense
DHS tech chief wants broadband for first responders
Access to high-speed networks would enable responders to receive federal broadcasts and warnings.
Defense
ADVICE+DISSENT: Intelligence File All Together Now
Thomas McNamara wants security agencies to share.
Defense
Coast Guard cancels patrol boat contract
Agency will be more involved in managing the program, and will solicit new bids for design and development work.
Tech
Lawmakers demand details on security grant program
Program aims to help municipalities buy and deploy communications equipment that can work across jurisdictions.
Defense
Academics urge Congress to go beyond acquisition panel proposals
Researchers characterize recommendations as careful, say bid protests and other accountability measures should apply to all purchases.
Defense
Senate backs screener bargaining rights despite veto threat
Massive homeland security bill passes on 60-38 vote.
Defense
Senate rejects GOP changes to anti-terrorism bill
One of the defeated amendments would have caused every provision in the bill to expire in five years.
Defense
Marine Corps chief says building a larger force will be tough
The Corps is preparing to try to attract 5,000 more new troops each year over the next five years.
Defense