Oversight
Obama budget to seek $7 billion for nuclear stockpile
The request marks a $600 million increase over fiscal 2010 funding.
News
Employee groups call for pay parity in budget proposal
White House says it will request a 1.4 percent raise for military in fiscal 2011.
Oversight
Feds face steep challenges meeting new pollution targets
Agencies must submit detailed plans by June, describing how they will comply with greenhouse gas emissions standards.
Defense
Pentagon leaders set to testify on 'don't ask, don't tell'
Hearing comes less than one week after President Obama's State of the Union speech, in which he pledged to end the policy.
Oversight
Senate leader attempts to break stalemate on GSA nominee
Reid files cloture on Martha Johnson and another Obama pick whose nomination was in limbo due to a hold.
Oversight
Contractors assist in Haiti earthquake relief
Federal agencies have spent more than $7.5 million on contracts for medical supplies, shipping vessels and rescue equipment.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Critical infrastructure is a frequent target for cyberattacks, report says
Global security and IT executives point to the United States as a model of computer security , but say it also is among the most vulnerable to intrusions.
Oversight
Budget likely will target agencies’ top performance goals
Objectives identified by agencies played role in cuts, increases to federal programs.
Oversight
Unions are anxious for details of spending freeze
Employee organizations applaud overall message in State of the Union address, but raise some concerns about proposals to keep budgets in check.
Oversight
Senate approves debt ceiling increase
Pay/go amendment requires any mandatory spending increases or tax cuts to be offset.
Oversight
Democrats get mixed budget office views on TARP
CBO chief tells senators using TARP money to offset jobs bill would add to the deficit, but jobs package could stimulate the economy and in turn reduce the deficit.
Oversight