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Foes of FBI searches of library, Internet records renew challenge
Civil liberties groups file new complaint against special subpoena power built into anti-terrorism law.
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Senate leaders agree to take up major port security bill
Bill would authorize about $835 million a year for maritime security using existing Customs and Border Protection fees.
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FEMA chief says Louisiana getting special help on disaster plans
R. David Paulison repeats concern that too few people heed disaster warnings.
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TSA review of new passenger screening system due next month
Secure Flight system is expected to replace "no-fly list" currently used by airlines.
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Report: Army future combat program may be unaffordable
Program could use up to half of the service’s procurement accounts, leaving little money to buy other weapons and equipment.
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DHS science and technology chief confirmed
Retired Navy Rear Adm. Jay Cohen to take over directorate that has faced heavy criticism from lawmakers in recent months.
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Senate Democrats derail GOP effort to pass Defense bill
Delay makes it more likely a continuing resolution will be needed to cover the department’s initial fiscal 2007 expenses.
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Spanish speakers at a premium at border and immigration agencies
Immigration and Customs Enforcement weighs language requirement for employees involved in detention of illegal immigrants.
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Lawmakers may cut nuclear detection office funding
Senate committee recommends cutting more than $93 million from President Bush’s $535 million budget request for the office.
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IG recommends early contracting personnel involvement in reconstruction
Contingency procurement rules and a unified contracting entity also could improve post-conflict response, report says.
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Senate approves measures to improve Defense accountability
Spending bill amendment limiting the annual military travel budget to $70 million passes by voice vote.
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Defense bill includes funding for landmine detection bees
Honey bees have the potential to sweep for mines faster than dogs, and put the dogs and their handlers out of danger.
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Prospects for security bills wane as campaigns beckon
Measures passed at the committee level in both the House and Senate, including port security legislation, stand better chance.
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Defense bill attracts potential border security additions
Proposed amendments seek billions to deter illegal immigrants from entering the country.
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Lawmakers question Boeing’s ethical commitments
In light of a recent settlement agreement, senators probe, and largely accept, company’s intentions.
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Legislator urges extra oversight of TSA contract management
Report describing possible overpayment for explosives detection illustrates the need for more review, House member says.
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Senator seeks to take chemical security bill fight to the floor
Measure authorizing DHS to regulate chemical facilities has been bogged down over objections from more than a dozen senators.
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Senate acts quickly to add funds for military equipment
Spending bill amendment approved unanimously would give $7.8 billion more to the Army and $5.3 billion more to the Marine Corps.
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Variety of objections imperil chemical security bill
Bipartisan group of 14 senators sent Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, a letter stating several concerns they want resolved before floor debate.
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