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GSA raises mileage reimbursement rates by 3 cents
Increase brings the rate for federal employees in line with the IRS rate.
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Homeland Security to build Maryland biological defense center
Environmental review finds facility would pose “negligible to minor risks” to the health of workers and local residents.
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Senate confirms Gonzales as next attorney general
Nominee approved on 60-36 vote, with all of the "no" votes coming from Democrats.
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House, Senate agree to more talks on appropriations changes
Proposal to create an expanded military "quality of life" subcommittee becomes a major sticking point.
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OMB gives Smithsonian failing grades
Compared to large agencies, the home of the nation’s museums ranks poorly on management initiatives.
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Education unveils database of accredited schools
As part of an effort to combat diploma mills, the department compiles a list of accredited colleges and universities.
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D.C. Council restricts hazardous shipments through nation’s capital
CSX Corp. objects to measure, saying the private sector and federal agencies already are taking enough action.
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NIH scientists barred from working for agency's grant-holders
New rules bar researchers from investments in or taking paid or unpaid jobs with groups that rely on NIH grants for funding.
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Gonzales approved by Senate Judiciary panel, Rice confirmed
Veterans Affairs Secretary Jim Nicholson and HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt confirmed by voice votes.
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OMB to seek governmentwide personnel reform
Proposals for mandatory program evaluations also will be included in the president’s fiscal 2006 budget proposal.
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