Tech
From Nextgov.com: Technology could help steady financial markets
Data provider advocates expanding a requirement to use a common reporting language, to shed some light on mortgage-backed securities.
Oversight
Obama's lists for Interior, Energy are starting to narrow
Western House lawmakers lead the pack for Interior post, while two Midwestern governors are on Energy's short list.
Oversight
Senators say path now clear to confirm bailout IG
A secret hold had been placed on nominee Neil Barofsky, delaying a confirmation vote.
Pay & Benefits
Improving language skills of military personnel is easier said than done
Congress finds the challenge is exacerbated by a public education system that fails to value foreign languages.
Pay & Benefits
Defense proposes hiring, promotion flexibilities for NSPS
New rules would give recruiters the option of considering only local job applicants if pool is large enough.
Defense
Secret Service gears up for inauguration
With an unprecedented number of attendees expected, the agency undoubtedly faces a daunting task not seen at previous ceremonies.
Pay & Benefits
Interior Department hosts reenactment of singer’s historic performance
Legendary African-American opera singer Marian Anderson appeared at the department in 1939 after being denied an opportunity to sing at a Washington concert hall because of her race.
Pay & Benefits
Continuing Care
Federal employees with dependent children over age 22 might want to check out a new health insurance option.
Oversight
Colorado Democrat says he's under consideration for USDA
If nominated and confirmed, Rep. John Salazar would be the first Hispanic Agriculture secretary.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Requirements identical for Defense, VA health record system
Report’s findings on similarities doesn’t solve debate over how to develop joint electronic health records network.
Oversight
Obama could follow hybrid approach to government reform
Observers predict the incoming administration will blend Clinton and Bush’s methods of reshaping the bureaucracy.
Oversight
Obama selects Richardson to head Commerce
President-elect calls New Mexico governor America's new "economic diplomat."
Pay & Benefits