News
From Nextgov.com: Industry group meets to consider upgrading VA patient record system
Part of the agenda includes possibility of making the aging but popular electronic health record system for veterans and their families a platform for a national network.
News
Senators blast long-term care insurance premium hikes
Promotional materials were misleading, lawmakers say.
Oversight
Navy sets ambitious energy goals
Service officials will consider fuel costs of future acquisitions, as well as contractors’ carbon footprint.
Oversight
Series of acquisition regulation changes announced
Rules aim to rein in excessive costs and increase oversight of contract award fees.
Defense
CBO forecasts rising Defense costs
Real growth in pay and benefits for the Defense Department's military and civilian personnel will contribute to increased spending.
Oversight
Barofsky cites Treasury 'failure' on bonuses
Watchdog says communication between Treasury and the Federal Reserve was "virtually nonexistent."
Oversight
Bid to cut off debate on Commerce-Justice spending bill fails
Democrats accuse Republicans of using legislative stalling tactics.
Management
Culture Clashes
Bureaucratic rivalries run deep. Can leaders bring conflicting agencies into harmony?
Defense
Recession helps military recruiters reach 36-year high
The four services and their National Guard and reserve components signed up 296,505 young men and women in fiscal 2009.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: House panel plans cybersecurity training for members and staff
Two events will show users the best practices to protect computer systems , handheld devices and personal data from viruses and hackers.
Defense
TSA works to reduce attrition among top staff
GAO: Fewer senior executives are quitting, but agency needs to identify reasons for departure.
Oversight
Recovery Act contracting data set for release
On Thursday, the public will be able to view information on agency-issued contracts; state data will come in two weeks.
Oversight
Hill sends mixed signals to imagery firms
Administration is moving forward with plans to buy more satellite imagery from private companies while Congress backs a plan that might ultimately compete with commercial providers.
Oversight