Tech
White House Launches the National Microbiome Initiative
Half a billion dollars are being pledged to study the microbes in humans, crops, soils, oceans, and more.
Route Fifty
Schools Are Put on Federal Notice to Respect Transgender Rights
In a letter sent Friday, federal officials warn local districts not to discriminate against students using restrooms.
Nextgov
Navy’s NGEN Recompete Could Go Out to Bid in January
The next iteration of NGEN will allow the Navy and Marine Corps to acquire more commercial capabilities in addition to the 34 service areas under the current contract.
Management
Good Managers Watch the Actors, Not Just the Action
They watch how people perform and conduct themselves across a range of situations.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump and His Tax Returns
The Daily Show wonders why the self-described billionaire hasn't released his financial information.
Management
TSA Chief Promises More Staffing, Better Accountability
Committee members grill administrator, but suggest he’s moving in the right direction.
Management
A Legal Victory Against Obamacare
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., ruled against the Obama administration’s method of funding a major Affordable Care Act subsidy.
Defense
The First Infantry Women of the U.S. Marines
The Corps has approved two women for roles previously open only to men.
Oversight
The House Freedom Caucus Is Trying to Be Reasonable on the Budget
The cadre of conservative budget hawks on the Hill feels damned if it does play spoiler in budget negotiations, and damned if it doesn’t.
Defense
Pentagon’s Congressional Liaison Takes On GOP Lawmakers Over Benghazi, Email
Legislative chief Stephen Hedger challenges committee chairmen on document delivery.
Nextgov
Inefficient Federal IT Like Paying 400 IT Specialists to Maintain a Single iPad
“We're paying a lot of money for fixed capacity that we invested in 10, 20 years ago,” U.S. CIO Tony Scott says. “Call it crazy, I think it's time to bring an end to this."
Pay & Benefits
The Other Open Season This Year
An opportunity to reassess your life insurance options.
Pay & Benefits
Senator: Address the Obamacare Exception for Hill Staffers, Or I’ll Keep Blocking OPM Nominee
Vitter says Cobert has been involved in defending and executing an October 2013 rule that allowed congressional offices to get around an Affordable Care Act requirement.
Route Fifty
Los Angeles Faces Major Funding Challenges for Its Ambitious River Restoration
In order to create vibrant riverside communities, tax-increment financing may be needed to make the bold riparian vision a reality.
Route Fifty
Arizona Bans Local Drone Laws; Denver Railroad Crossings Experience Glitches
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: 25 Connecticut police officers minorities might want to avoid; Detroit blight removal program investigated; and can D.C. spend money without Congress?
Oversight
Senate Panel Approves Major VA Accountability Bill
The legislation affects how the department hires and fires its employees.
Nextgov
New Homeland Security Alert Warns of SAP Program Vulnerabilities
It is incumbent upon the customer, not SAP, to fix the problem, according to researchers.
Defense
Pentagon Shakes Up Silicon Valley Outreach
Defense Secretary Ash Carter gives DIUx new leaders, a new office, and a promotion.
Management
The Newest Customers for the Tech Behind Bitcoin are NATO and the American Military
Blockchain can be used for secure messaging and more efficient operations.
Oversight