Pay & Benefits
Panel reviewing Pentagon’s pay system announces meetings
Group will collect input from personnel experts and members of the public in late June.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: GSA nominee says Networx transition is too slow
Martha Johnson warns that at current rate the government will not complete the telecommunications shift before the contracts expire in two years.
Oversight
IG: Energy is setting a poor example for conservation
Despite leadership role, department hasn’t sufficiently reduced the energy consumption of its own computer systems.
Defense
Former Defense leaders call for simpler acquisition system
Proposed reforms include issuing more multiyear contracts and eliminating burdensome regulations.
Defense
Air Force need for F-35s is under review
Whether the service ultimately buys more or fewer fighters than planned depends on Quadrennial Defense Review.
Oversight
Agencies should link diversity and retention goals, says EEOC
Hiring a minority employee simply to fulfill diversity requirements is not enough, says acting chairman.
Defense
Energy secretary is surprised by nuclear disclosure
Steven Chu learned from media reports about the disclosure of confidential documents showing the whereabouts of stockpiles of nuclear weapons and fuel.
Oversight
FDA chief: More money is needed for inspections
Margaret Hamburg says inspecting a domestic food facility costs more than $900,000.
Defense
Scramble begins for top GOP post on Armed Services Committee
At least three lawmakers have expressed interest in the ranking member spot Rep. John McHugh will vacate if he is confirmed as the Army secretary.
Management
Managing Risk
The private sector failed to prevent the financial collapse. Can agencies do better?
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Air Force uses jets for long-range communications on battlefields
New system will provide almost round-the-clock radio communications over a battlefield from an altitude of 40,000 feet.
Pay & Benefits
Senate considers bill affecting federal retirement
Lawmakers this week take up legislation that would, among other things, allow FERS employees to count their unused sick leave toward retirement.
Pay & Benefits
Report finds widespread enrollment in pricey prescription drug plans
Choosing a co-insurance plan could add thousands of dollars to the annual cost of specialty drugs to treat chronic or life-threatening illnesses.
Oversight
Recovery.gov gears up for a makeover
Stimulus oversight panel will issue a request for proposal for IT vendors in the coming weeks.
Oversight
SEC official sees 'logic and efficiency' with merger
Market watchdog would work together well with Commodity Futures Trading Commission even without merger, chair says.
Defense