Defense
Decision in Defense procurement case could set precedent
Observers say a federal court ruling that voids small business contracting goal could affect minority procurement programs governmentwide.
Oversight
Obama reveals rules on lobbyists
Federal lobbyists will be prohibited from any lobbying while they are at work on the transition.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Search for White House e-mails could span administrations
Nonprofits are optimistic that President-elect Obama's promises for transparency could mean greater cooperation in finding lost messages.
Oversight
Directory of ‘plum’ federal jobs debuts
The popular guide to more than 8,000 federal civil service positions will be available on Nov. 12.
Pay & Benefits
Rule change paves way for quicker promotions
Agency says eliminating time-in-grade requirement will help government officials recruit and retain highly qualified workers.
Pay & Benefits
OPM: Veterans’ ranks in federal workforce grow
But study shows the group is slightly underrepresented in overall promotions.
Defense
Potential Defense secretary has focused on management issues
Former Navy Secretary Richard Danzig praised for his candid, activist style during previous stint at the Pentagon.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: Obama likely to put off IT investments, analysts say
Tight budgets and economic slowdown could delay new administration’s technology investments to support transparency and more communication with public.
Oversight
Still angry Reid defends Lieberman
Senate majority leader reminds Democrats of embattled chairman's support of the party.
Oversight
Appropriations seat shuffles under way in both chambers
Republican leaders will have up to eight seats to fill on House panel, while Senate committee gears up for new chairman.
Oversight