Defense
Senate leader aims for MilCon-VA passage Tuesday
For the first time, the bill includes pre-approved appropriations for the VA's medical programs.
Defense
Former Defense acquisition chief warns against ‘global war on contractors’
A quota system for hiring or insourcing is not a good way to bolster the acquisition workforce, Jacques Gansler says.
Defense
House lawmakers seek to remove FEMA from Homeland Security
Key senators object to making the emergency response agency an independent entity.
Oversight
TSA report: Lawmaker erupted in flap over airport screening
Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, used profanity when passenger screeners insisted he go through body-imaging scanner.
Defense
Senate approves Commerce-Justice-Science spending bill, appoints conferees
The $64.9 billion legislation includes $27.38 billion for the Justice Department.
Pay & Benefits
New Calculations
Details on recent changes in how part-time service is treated and how retirees are affected if they return to federal service.
Oversight
House votes on chemical bill set for Friday
The bill would reauthorize and expand the Homeland Security Department's ability to regulate security at chemical facilities.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Defense: Open source software is more secure, yes more, than commercial code
Publicly available code has fewer security holes because more programmers work on the free programs than the number writing proprietary programs for commercial firms.
Oversight
Managers discourage agencies from solo IT shopping
Contracting officers can save time and money by taking advantage of governmentwide arrangements, procurement conference panelists say.
Oversight
Postal Service eyes options beyond layoffs and buyouts
Agency is looking at adding retail and other services to boost revenue.
Pay & Benefits
Job simulations could help agencies make better hires, report says
Tryouts also can help applicants decide whether they really want the position.
Defense
Lockheed Martin chief sees leaner budgets, new priorities
Bethesda, Md.-based firm is continuing to grow its business in emerging areas such as energy security and cybersecurity to remain competitive.
Defense
Gates-Holder letter might provide political cover for senators
The Cabinet secretaries oppose an appropriations bill amendment that would block funds for trying suspected terrorists in federal courts.
Pay & Benefits