Management
Rule #1: Policy Design Starts With Operational Capacity
What happens when policy wonks make implementation someone else's problem.
Oversight
Durbin Launches Standoff Over Defense Spending ‘Gimmick’
The amendment would require a deal to lift the budget caps before the Pentagon could access $35.9 billion.
Management
On His European Tour, Jeb Bush Shakes Fist at Putin
Bush is taking a different tack on his presidential rite of passage in Europe than his GOP rivals: he’s talking.
Management
The Price of Reading Hillary Clinton's Emails
Twelve State Department employees are working full-time to vet thousands of messages, but that's just part of a process that could cost more than $1 million.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Real Reason Chafee Wants to Go Metric
When you think about it, centimeters are more impressive than inches.
Management
Our Sleeping Habits Are Filling Our Brains With Neurotoxins
One more reason to put away the phone and just get a good night's sleep, already.
Tech
Warner Pushes for DATA Act Follow-Through
Former governor and tech executive says he’s pleased with agency progress on implementation.
Pay & Benefits
Exceptions to the 1.3 Percent Pay Raise, a Free Benefit for New Military Moms and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Defense
Secret Service Places Dozens of Uncleared Agents at Sensitive Posts
Expedited hiring efforts caused embattled agency to ignore security protocols.
Oversight
OPM Leaves Lawmakers Searching for Answers on Hack
Senator wants to know how the agency will pay for insurance for affected feds.
Management
4 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Procurement
The pressure is on to collaborate across government to address common needs and gaps.
Oversight
In the Current Environment, Everyone in Congress a Security Hostage Taker
The fight over defense spending has echoes of the ‘unpatriotic’ rhetoric that shaped the Iraq War vote.
Management
Burwell: Obama is Not Impressed With GOP’s Obamacare Fix Proposals
“The president has said he will not sign something that repeals the act,” HHS chief says.
Defense
White House Sends More Troops to Iraq
The White House will send 450 more American troops to help Iraq turn back ISIS.
Route Fifty
Should the U.S. Supreme Court Provide More Protection to City Officials Making Discretionary Decisions?
Municipalities could have a tougher time hiring top talent if the high court refuses to hear a case that will likely come down to the difference between “penalties” and “damages.”
Pay & Benefits
1.3 Percent Pay Raise On the Horizon For Feds Next Year
Legislative spending bills so far are silent on pay boost for civilian employees, paving the way for president’s recommendation.
Nextgov
Oversight ‘Urgently Needed’ as Agencies Implement IT Reform Law, Watchdog Says
The former DHS CIO will tell Congress some agencies will likely struggle to fully implement the Federal IT Acquisition Reform Act, known as FITARA.
Route Fifty
Adult Dental Coverage Expanding Slowly in Medicaid
The Affordable Care Act did little to improve adult dental care. But a few states are taking steps to boost Medicaid coverage.
Oversight
Reid: Another Shutdown Is Looming
The Democratic leader says spending bills are going to pile up, causing a September crisis. Republicans say Democrats are obstructing important work.
Nextgov