Defense
DHS scraps computer pre-screening system, starts over
Privacy groups applaud changes, and seek more input in designing the new program.
Defense
TSA deputy announces resignation
Stephen McHale plans to seek opportunities in the private sector.
Defense
Conferees may set spending levels in Defense bill
The move could put an end to the budget stalemate.
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Airports seek billions for new baggage screening systems
Only 18 of the nation’s 440 commercial airports will have systems installed by 2006.
Defense
Officials discuss efforts to network crime, terrorism data
A new FBI messaging system could replace current e-mail systems within the government.
Defense
Law enforcers may see gains under House spending bill
The FBI received a $624 million boost to revamp and enhance its intelligence, counterterrorism, cyber crime and counterintelligence activities.
Defense
Homeland authorization bill headed to markup
Democrats on the panel plan to offer amendments addressing rail, port and aviation security loopholes and other security items not included in the bill.
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Senators push for stronger federal biodefense workforce
Bill would offer incentives for those who are studying biodefense-related fields and want to join the federal workforce.
Defense
Senators ask Justice Department to declassify Sept. 11 investigation results
Lawmakers say information contained in three reports is key to public oversight and reform of federal agencies.
Defense
House panel to debate homeland security authorization bill
A showdown is expected between Republicans and Democrats over the Homeland Security Department's first-ever authorization bill.
Defense
Probe to focus on potential exaggeration of Iraqi intelligence
Report prompts call for overhauling CIA and other agencies, including creating a director of national intelligence post.
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Defense official outlines personnel system principles
Navy Secretary tells employees process is “like designing a complex weapon system.”
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