Defense
Service Chiefs Speak Out
In this multimedia special report based on a series of special events sponsored by Government Executive , the leaders of the military services address their key challenges.
Defense
Border fence vote could require Saturday Senate session
Democrats express little hesitation to run down the clock on the border fence measure.
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Contracting problems cited for Iraq construction failures
Officials blame raw sewage oozing from police barracks and large cost overruns on lack of oversight.
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Congress prepared to trim Defense business agency’s budget
Officials say the cuts are not likely to prevent the agency from reaching its goals.
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Auditors: ICE financial management a work in progress
Bureau’s chief financial officer helping to set a positive tone and actively track progress, reviewers find.
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Senators vow tougher chemical security
New measure is needed to clarify that states can surpass federal standards, and require safer technologies and processes, Democrats say.
Management
Several competitive sourcing provisions dropped from Defense bill
Negotiators cut Defense bill language canceling Walter Reed outsourcing; garrison requests bridge staff for transition.
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Proposal to speed up passenger list submissions draws criticism
Timing change sought by Customs, Border agency could prove costly, representatives of the airline industry say.
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House approves $447.6 billion Defense spending measure
Bill also contains provision to fund agencies with unfinished appropriations at 2006 levels through mid-November.
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Report: Insurance industry is limiting terrorism coverage
Study will be highlighted by those advocating that Congress reauthorize the federal government's terrorism risk insurance program.
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Public-safety officials urged to embrace innovation
The federal government must show leadership by providing funding and spectrum licenses, report on emergency communications says.
Management
GAO questions savings estimates for Defense Travel System
The Pentagon disagrees with finding that moving employees to other jobs does not count toward savings.
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DHS secretary weighs in on port security bill
Chertoff urges lawmakers to steer clear of add-ons; Senate version would allow several billion for mass transit and rail security.
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Chertoff: Immigrant detention facilities under strain
Contingency contract allowing construction of more detention centers may be invoked, officials say.
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Officials forgo Supreme Court appeal in DHS labor case
The Homeland Security Department will reenter talks with unions to plan a new system that fits within legal requirements.
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Conferees approve Homeland Security spending bill
Compromise measure includes drug importation language, provision allowing DHS to regulate chemical industry security.
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Defense authorization bill may be sidelined until after elections
Disagreement over potential federal court security and anti-gang immigration additions delays conference report.
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Millions in Iraq contracts obligated to ‘dummy vendor’
Inspectors find no foul play; say 96 contracts were not properly obligated and will be lost at end of month.
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TSA to permit some liquids, step up luggage inspections
Agency continues to ramp up liquid explosives detection efforts, but eases restrictions for carry-ons.
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