Pay & Benefits
Cost estimates cause trouble for telework bill
Proponents of off-site work policies must do a better job of showing how flexibility can save money, panelists say.
Oversight
Federal acquisition councils anticipate mandate to increase transparency
But the administration has not yet directed agencies to post contract documents online.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Laptop stolen from VA contractor contains veterans’ personal data
Rep. Steven Buyer, R-Ind., tells Veterans Affairs secretary that hundreds of the department’s contractors are not adhering to rules and regulations requiring them to encrypt data stored on computers.
Defense
Panels OK special ops, cybersecurity funds
Other approved funds included $168 billion for the military's operations and maintenance accounts.
Defense
Customs chief's credibility remains in question
Finance panel chief is skeptical despite Bersin's explanation of his failure to properly file employment forms for his household workers.
Defense
TRICARE fee structure needs overhaul, says Defense official
Revamping the military’s health care system incentives is crucial to Pentagon savings.
News
The Week in Comments: Telework turned 'tele-run errands,' farewell to KSAs and bathroom humor
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Oversight
April deficit of $82.7 billion sets record for month
Increase is fueled by spending to invigorate the economy and a fall in revenue.
Defense
House panel poised to cut nearly $1B in Army programs
Program that includes small unmanned air and ground vehicles is emerging as one of the biggest targets for cuts in the fiscal 2011 defense authorization bill.
Pay & Benefits
Forever Young
Lawmakers seek to expedite a provision allowing kids to stay on their parents’ health insurance longer.
Defense
Customs and border chief faces scrutiny over household staff
Alan Bersin did not maintain proper employment forms for employees, Senate investigators report.
Oversight