Defense
From Nextgov.com: TSA employees are well-informed on privacy issues, watchdog says
Automated tools would help the agency better protect personal information stored on computers, IG reports.
Oversight
Government management of real property improves slightly, report says
Since fiscal 2004, agencies have disposed of more than $8 billion in unnecessary assets, according to administration nominee.
Defense
IG blasts management of Energy’s classified information network
National Nuclear Security Administration program lacks capacity to handle required data.
Pay & Benefits
Charitable giving touted as a way to improve feds’ image
OPM director says the Combined Federal Campaign has the potential to showcase the generosity of civil servants.
Defense
Swine flu vaccine looks promising for children
Early results show strong response in most children aged 10 to 17 who received one dose of vaccine.
Oversight
House to take up stopgap spending bill
Continuing resolution is expected to run through the end of October.
Pay & Benefits
EEOC to review agencies’ work on bias complaints
Percentage of agency decisions reversed on appeal has increased significantly.
News
From Nextgov.com: IRS pays millions in interest for delays in processing high-dollar refunds
Inspector general finds the agency has been slow in following recommendations that could reduce the $63 million in interest paid on refunds that exceed $10 million each.
Oversight
Spending bill amendment takes aim at 'czars'
Proposal comes as Republicans have escalated their criticism of the Obama administration for appointing more than 30 czars.
Oversight
Bill would let firms that outgrow their size status retain set-aside contracts
Lawmaker says existing regulations punish small businesses for success, but critics question the motive behind the proposal.
Oversight