Oversight
Stopgap measure might hitch a ride on Interior spending bill
Continuing resolution would keep the federal government running through Dec. 15.
Defense
House probe of CIA briefings moves to hearing stage
Republicans claim they were not adequately consulted about the scope and direction of the investigation.
Defense
Senate sends bill ending Pentagon pay system to president’s desk
Legislation also grants the military a higher pay raise than Obama requested and includes major retirement reforms.
News
From Nextgov.com: GSA awards $99 million contract for IT support to combat drug trafficking
Booz Allen Hamilton will explore functionalities that will enhance an information sharing system for law enforcement agencies.
Oversight
House panel OKs consumer protection agency
Move is a victory for the Obama administration in its push to revamp the financial regulatory system and a defeat for the banking lobby.
Oversight
Lawmakers eye new spending extension
A senior House Republican aide said the new resolution is likely to fund the government until Dec. 15.
Pay & Benefits
OPM extends window for long-term insurance changes
Enrollees now have until Feb. 15, 2010, to modify their plans.
Oversight
GAO gives thumbs down to West Point outsourcing
Watchdog finds the process for awarding nearly 400 positions to a Georgia company was severely flawed and recommends canceling the decision.
Defense
Appropriator expects Defense bill to pay for 10 more C-17s
Administration officials are opposed to the additional cargo planes.
Pay & Benefits
Leave With Pay
One idea floating around Washington recommends allowing federal employees to roll unused annual leave into their TSP accounts.
Pay & Benefits