Oversight
Biden to unveil new plan to cut government waste
The vice president’s initiative will draw from Recovery Act efficiency efforts.
News
From Nextgov: FEMA watchdog endorses data mining to uncover overpayments
Inspector general urges the disaster assistance agency to replicate pattern-detection software used to monitor federal stimulus spending.
Defense
Agency awards grant for developing nuclear security expertise
The $25 million award will primarily aid graduate students and researchers working on nuclear nonproliferation and security.
Defense
Defense nominee backs prompt global strike effort
Panetta wants capability to deliver conventional warheads to any point in the world.
Oversight
Senate panelists debate independence of proposed board to sell property
Obama plan for civilian-style BRAC divides stakeholders on oversight and priority of helping the homeless.
Oversight
OPM: Pay raises are not a given
Director John Berry reminds agencies that mediocre employees should not receive automatic step increases.
Oversight
IG report criticizes NRC chairman over Yucca Mountain decision process
Watchdog says head of regulatory commission was "not forthcoming" with colleagues about his intent to stop work on the waste repository application.
News
Chief of the Year: Information
Christopher Smith, chief information officer, Agriculture Department.
Tech
From Nextgov: Satellite and aircraft images play key role in battle against massive Arizona fire
High-tech tools help managers plan where to set backfires, place bulldozers to clear fire lines, drop retardant by helicopter and position nearly 200 fire engines.
Pay & Benefits
Agency contributions to federal pension plans will rise in October
Employee payments will remain the same, but the total cost to government will increase, according to OPM estimates.
Oversight
FCC: Should the government save the media?
Study recommends more disclosure from broadcasters.
Oversight
IRS commissioner warns against cutting his budget
Shulman tells Senate panel his agency collects $200 for every $1 invested in enforcement, IT and management systems.
News
Chief of the Year: Information Security
Jerry Davis, deputy assistant secretary for information security, Veterans Affairs.
Defense
National Counterterrorism Center head to leave
Michael Leiter served in the Bush and Obama administrations.
Oversight
Third rating company threatens to downgrade U.S. credit
Fitch Ratings says it will put the United States on watch.
Pay & Benefits