Oversight
Interior institutes scientific integrity policy
Directive applies to political and career appointees and forbids alteration of research data in policy actions.
News
Burning Question: Should feds work on Columbus Day?
A modest proposal for responding to those who say federal employees are overpaid and underworked: voluntarily give up a federal holiday.
Defense
Senate panel moves building security bill
Committee also passes legislation to beef up government performance.
Defense
Navy signs $5.3B multiyear F/A-18 aircraft purchase deal
Pentagon estimates the agreement will save $600 million.
Defense
'Pushy New Yorkers' compel House vote on 9/11 bill
Measure would extend health care aid to Sept. 11 first responders.
Defense
F-35 alternate engine encounters a hitch
Problem found in one of the test engines for the fighter jet is unlikely to affect others being built, contractors say.
Management
Decisions, Decisions
Before you can even form a thought, emotions are influencing your judgments.
Defense
Senator calls for permanent wartime contracting watchdog
Level of waste in Iraq and Afghanistan warrants more focused oversight, says Sen. Claire McCaskill, a former state auditor.
News
From Nextgov.com: Transportation, industry look for ways to stop distracted driving
Government and companies disagree on the best policies to curb the use of digital devices while in automobiles.
Oversight
Lawmakers' message loud and clear on jargon
Senate unanimously approves bill to simplify language in government documents.
Defense
Speaker allows vote on intelligence authorization bill
Agreement paves the way for enacting the first such legislation since fiscal 2005.
Defense
Military space programs at risk, experts say
Panelists warn that the soaring cost and prolonged development time for new satellites have left nation vulnerable.
Oversight
Senators unveil bill to shape up agency performance
Measure similar to one the House passed in June would require agencies to name officials to improve inefficiency and cut redundant programs.
Oversight
Stopgap spending measure funds government through Dec. 3
Continuing resolution extends funding at fiscal 2010 levels for most programs.
Oversight
Interior official says rebound from drilling moratorium will be slow
It will be difficult for the oil and gas industry to comply with new "appropriate and necessary" safety requirements, according to oversight agency chief.
Oversight