Defense
Coast Guard modernization program faces increased oversight
Commandant says he is ordering a major overhaul of the acquisition directorate to bring all contracting under one organization.
Defense
Lawmakers weigh cutting nuclear security agency
Bill introduced Tuesday would give the secretary of the Energy Department more authority over security.
Defense
Panelists call for emergency communications mandate
Homeland Security Department’s lack of integration with state and local governments criticized at hearing.
Defense
GAO: Guard may lack gear needed for domestic crises
State Guard leaders have said their units took their best equipment with them to Iraq, leaving a shortage of trucks, radios and other equipment.
Defense
House member puts rail security at top of his panel's agenda
The House Homeland Security Committee will likely produce legislation within the next six weeks.
Defense
Democrat seeks more money for DHS grants to colleges, universities
House Homeland Security Committee chairman eyes homeland security excellence centers at additional educational institutions.
Defense
Navy developing massive information network
Cost of the project has not been determined; implementation slated to begin in 2010.
Defense
Departments get serious about border technologies
State Department summary says the government has looked to enhance its relationship with the private sector.
Defense
Defense panels to address technology issues
Leadership changes at the subcommittee level could have a big effect on technology-related policy.
Defense
Air Force chief argues against diverting funds to Army
Official emphasizes that air superiority is crucial to protecting ground troops during vital overseas operations.
Defense
Air Force prepares request for replacement refueling tankers
Lawmakers concerned that solicitation will be written in a way that favors Boeing Co., which made the existing fleet.
Defense
Senate committee plans more homeland security oversight
A hearing is already scheduled on implementing unfulfilled Sept. 11 commission recommendations.
Defense
House panel aims for fresh look at homeland security
Chairman asks for Congress to provide state and local governments with billions of dollars to purchase and deploy emergency communications equipment.
Defense
Senator challenges State official on Iraq reconstruction
Freshman Virginia lawmaker asks department to show management improvements and metrics for work by provincial teams.
Defense
GAO cites anti-terror progress, says work remains
U.S. aviation system is still an attractive potential target for terrorists, report states.
Defense
Push for civilian reserves echoes previous efforts
State Department tried last year to get $25 million to set up a civilian reserve unit for reconstruction work.
Tech
Lockheed Martin to provide high-tech IDs at ports
Transportation Security Administration contract has an initial value of $70 million.
Defense
Details lacking on White House proposal for civilian reserve corps
Idea differs from Iraq Study Group recommendation to order civilian federal employees to work in critical overseas posts.
Defense
VA and Defense agree to build joint electronic health system
Existing systems need an upgrade; effort to adopt a common system could boost efficiency and save money.
Defense