Oversight
Contracting program to help the disadvantaged riddled with fraud
GAO finds yacht-owning, Lamborghini-driving executives winning millions in 8(a) Business Development Program deals.
Oversight
Senator stands firm on consumer protection bureau
Proposed agency is an obstacle in gaining enough Republican votes to pass a bill overhauling the financial regulatory system.
Oversight
Obama halts new offshore drilling but defends plan
Coastal state Democrats call on the president to reconsider drilling strategy in light of Gulf Coast accident and oil spill.
Pay & Benefits
Labor relations authority begins regulatory reform effort
Group announces proposed changes on the appeals process and how arbitrators award damages.
Defense
Agency saves time and money with online recruiting
NSA nets hundreds of qualified job candidates with one employee's idea to host a virtual career fair.
Oversight
IG: Agencies lack accurate product efficiency information
Energy’s shortcomings mean federal procurement officials rely on out-of-date specifications.
Oversight
Lawmaker warns of dwindling time for budget resolution
Decision must come soon for the House to have a chance of passing fiscal 2011 spending bills by August recess, Budget Committee chairman says.
Oversight
Citizens United prepared for another fundraising case
Group is reviewing a bill aimed at increasing disclosure in political advertising, looking for potential infringements on First Amendment rights.
Pay & Benefits
Best Dates to Retire 2011
A look at next year’s calendar to find the best days to leave to maximize your benefits.
Oversight
OPM notes strides in training managers as legislation gathers steam
Unions and government groups back bill to expand instruction on mentoring, productivity and other issues.
Oversight
VA is exceeding veteran contracting goals, says watchdog
But the department is making limited progress in ensuring proper screening of veteran-owned small businesses.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Financial regulatory agencies seek to upgrade IT systems
CFTC and SEC request enough money to meet potential responsibilities under new reform bill.
Oversight
Democrats unveil bill blocking election advertising by contractors
Legislation also would prohibit spending on campaign expenditures by Troubled Asset Relief Program recipients.
Defense
GAO uncovers use of counterfeit parts in military equipment
Watchdog says the Pentagon is unable to determine extent of the problem in its supply chain.
News
The Week in Comments: Life without NSPS, PowerPoint or KSAs
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Defense
Senate Democrats circulate divisive immigration draft
Plan designates tighter security as a prerequisite to giving illegal immigrants legal status.
Oversight
House speaker urges vigilance on spending oversight
Letter reiterates request for panel leaders to make lists of redundant and unnecessary programs.
Pay & Benefits