Oversight
Harsh Realities for Both Parties
The economy is flying barely above the treetops, and it has little margin for error.
News
From Nextgov.com: New tools calculate your tax dollars at work
The White House joins Google contest winners to offer Web-based ways to gauge your federal contribution.
News
For feds, shutdown carries more risk than debt-ceiling woes
Federal workers risk not getting paid if the government closes, while TSP benefits are guaranteed during a debt-limit stalemate.
Defense
Pentagon finally kills second engine for advanced warplane
The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program has been formally terminated, agency says.
Pay & Benefits
Poll: What is your agency doing for Public Service Recognition Week?
Feds can expect more frugal gestures of gratitude this year. Do you feel your work is appreciated?
Oversight
Whipping the debt ceiling vote
A listing of legislators' stances on raising the government's debt limit.
Tech
Telework Cloud
Email is the first application many federal CIOs are moving to the cloud. And nominate your tech!
News
From Nextgov.com: Attack on Energy lab computers was limited, officials say
Homeland Security team is watching for similar threats directed against other departments and agencies.
Defense
Coast Guard report: Transocean safety flaws contributed to explosion
Study does not fault BP as much as previous reports.
News
Bill would forgive debt for some disaster assistance recipients
Legislation aims to help those who owe the government money because of erroneous payments from FEMA.
News
GSA presses ahead in greening of federal buildings
Agency selects 16 emerging energy-efficient technologies to test and evaluate at government facilities.
Defense
Air Force to survey some civilian employees on buyouts
Service’s Materiel Command plans to gauge civilian workforce interest in voluntary retirement or job separation.
Tech
Spending bill funds NASA mission to the moon
Deal revives Constellation Program, which was cut entirely under the presidents initial 2011 budget proposal.
Pay & Benefits