Oversight
New GSA acquisition chief calls for government-contractor cooperation
Mindy Connolly aims to reduce the burden on industry and to develop better dialogue.
Defense
Senator: Feds should "put the brakes on" new nuke plants after Japanese disaster
Joe Lieberman says he doesn't want to halt new construction, but to take time for reviews of crisis in Japan.
News
Short-term funding measure to prevent shutdown expected to pass
But lawmakers don't see end game in sight to resolve disputes over funding measure for rest of year.
Tech
Race to Hire
The Veterans Affairs Department has brought on 365 new IT workers so far in its push announced in January.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Defense prepares response to massive earthquake in Japan
High-capacity undersea cable used by military was severed; impact on operations is unclear.
Defense
Elite U.S. counterterror forces facing cuts
Resources are heavily taxed by the operational tempo in Afghanistan and Pakistan, officials said.
Defense
Government uses new and old media to get its message out after Japan disaster
Press conferences, Twitter help agencies disseminate information on tsunami effects in the U.S.
Oversight
Corporate leaders advise government on personnel, contracting issues
The new Management Advisory Board is working with the White House on operational management issues.
Oversight
White House officially begins government reorganization
Presidential memo directs top aides to look for ways to reduce duplication in trade and export agencies.
Oversight
SEC told to reorganize and live within its means
House hearing on conflict-of-interest charges involving former general counsel leaves agency battling for public trust and increased funding.
Defense
Is D.C. prepared for a tsunami?
Complicating a mass evacuation would be various emergency contingency plans put in place by the federal government.
Oversight
New continuing resolution shows GOP’s strong hand
Plan could be considered by the full House as soon as Tuesday.
Oversight
HHS regulations follow Obama waiver endorsement
Rules leave room for states to jigger the health care law's 'essential benefits' package.
News
Japan earthquake live blog
National Journal has continuous updates on the earthquake, tsunamis and the federal response.
Pay & Benefits
For Richer or Poorer, Part Two
Spousal survivor annuity options for those under the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers seek better oversight of federal workers’ prescription drug benefits
New law could save up to $3 billion by opening up the pharmaceutical buying process, a bill co-sponsor says.
News