Defense
Homeland Security proposes changes to temporary worker program
New rules aim to streamline procedures for employers, prevent fraud and protect workers.
Pay & Benefits
Opening SAMBA
A venerable health plan, once restricted to law enforcement employees, is now available to all feds and retirees.
Oversight
Equal employment report shows mixed success
Federal workers file fewer complaints, but agencies pay more in damages.
Oversight
Hurricane Fay reminds managers of emergency workforce flexibilities
Direct hiring authority, premium pay for employees are among several options available to agencies during a crisis.
Defense
Air Force seeks steady ground in wake of high-profile blunders
Rebid on major tanker contract and shake-up of top leadership has set back service's agenda.
Defense
Changes to Army's modernization program come amid congressional concern
War pressures in Iraq and Afghanistan prompt the Pentagon to shift long-term strategy of Future Combat Systems.
Defense
Rule change to provide more contracting opportunities for vets
Proposed regulation would allow VA to restrict contracts for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.
Pay & Benefits
Silent Treatment
The presidential candidates have been mum on the campaign trail about the future of the federal workforce.
News
From Nextgov.com: Companies’ reorganizations reflect more public sector collaboration
Cisco, NetApp combine government and education units to provide integrated solutions for all sectors.
Defense
Northern Command no longer a startup organization
Post-Sept. 11 military command takes on a growing list of challenges.
Defense
Defense budget doesn't stretch as far as it used to
The Pentagon’s budget is squeezed by war, soaring fuel costs and out-of-control acquisition programs.
Oversight
GSA to bolster contracting with service-disabled veterans
Task force to help agency direct 3 percent of procurement dollars to vet-owned companies.
Oversight
House majority leader calls for expanding alternative work schedules
Maryland Democrat asks OPM for guidance on motivating agencies to adopt a four-day, 40-hour workweek by October.
Management
Kicked to the Curb?
Centralized control of federal property management threatens to leave agencies out in the cold.
Oversight
White House names Williams acting GSA administrator
Recess appointment bypasses senator's hold on nominee’s confirmation.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Requirement to scan all inbound sea cargo sparks security concerns
GAO says 100 percent screening would strain resources, making it less effective than the current risk-based approach.
Defense
Commission finds U.S. vulnerable to electromagnetic pulse attack
High-altitude detonation of a nuclear warhead would wreck havoc on communications and other infrastructure.
Defense