Oversight
HHS calls off 'mystery shopper' program to investigate doctors
Plan had been criticized by physicians and lawmakers.
Oversight
FBI probing possible contracting fraud at Arlington Cemetery
A federal grand jury in Alexandria, Va., has been subpoenaing witnesses and records.
Management
Talking Telework
Carefully crafted agreements for working remotely can ease concerns about morale and productivity.
News
From Nextgov: Supreme Court to consider government's warrantless GPS tracking
Current surveillance laws do not regulate law enforcement’s access to geolocational information .
Defense
Special ops nominee defends night raids in Afghan war
Most of the missions are not violent, says McRaven, who commanded the operation to kill Osama bin Laden.
Defense
Boeing found to have overcharged Army for helicopter parts
Inspector general cites $13 million in excess billing, including $1,700 for an $8 plastic roller, in a report obtained by watchdog group.
Oversight
Agencies collaborate to manage drilling on public lands
Interior, USDA and EPA sign memo detailing joint process for assuring environmental protections in oil, gas operations.
Pay & Benefits
OPM improves health database security
Privacy advocates say steps to release less information and hide identities are encouraging, but more precautions are needed.
Defense
Senators, administration clash over Libya operations
State offers nuanced legal arguments for Obama's decision to conduct military operations in Libya without congressional authorization.
Defense
Size of fire near Los Alamos National Laboratory jumps 28% to 60,000 acres
No new fires have broken out on the nuclear lab’s property since a small one-acre blaze Monday.
News
With Afghan timetable in place, two senior officials are moving on
Top adviser and head of Pakistan Afghanistan Coordination Cell will step aside soon, sources say.
Oversight
Ready to Rumble
If Rick Perry enters the presidential race, look for him and Michele Bachmann to duke it out.
Oversight
Economic benefits of regulations outweigh costs, OMB says
First governmentwide analysis since Obama-ordered regulatory review stresses job creation and data-based decision-making.
News
From Nextgov: DHS debuts Energy Star-like system for software security
Ratings will help agencies weed out products with vulnerabilities, and would give companies a financial incentive to take safety measures.
Pay & Benefits