Oversight
New bill would protect contract employees from discrimination and harassment
Legislation increases federal agencies’ liability in whistleblower and bias cases.
Oversight
House appropriations chair unapologetic about slow progress
Rep. David Obey says Republicans need only to "look in the mirror" if they want to know why spending bills haven't moved.
Pay & Benefits
Senate passes bill to restore back pay to GAO employees
Legislation would offer lump sum to analysts who were denied salary increases under new pay system.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: New legislation would give security chiefs more power
Bill also would set up a forum for discussing cybersecurity issues, and a unit to test government's cyber defenses.
News
Bush taps new OPM director
If confirmed by the Senate, Michael Hager would shift over from the top personnel position at the Veterans Affairs Department.
Oversight
Procurement chief to step down in September
Paul Denett’s departure is the latest in a series of resignations at OMB.
Defense
Official says worksite raids and arrests setting records
Some lawmakers and immigrant advocates are concerned about the tactics used to produce those enforcement numbers.
Defense
House passes military construction-VA spending bill
Veterans Affairs would receive $47.7 billion, which is $4.6 billion above the fiscal 2008 funding level.
Pay & Benefits
Unions question TSA plan to extend whistleblower rights
Agreement with MSPB provides agency too much control for effective oversight, labor leaders say.
Defense
Nomination for top Air Force civilian post stalls
Senator intends to put a hold on the nomination because she is concerned Defense officials have failed to recognize the "gravity" of mistakes in their efforts to acquire aerial refueling tankers.
Features
Purchasing Power
The Air Force buys more electricity from renewable sources than any other federal agency, and it’s in the market for more.
Features
Building Capacity
The General Services Administration is driving the market for sustainable workplaces.
Pay & Benefits
Best Dates to Retire 2009
A guide to picking the perfect day to leave in order to maximize your benefits.
News And Analysis
On Mullen's Mind
The president’s top military adviser reflects on war and bureaucracy.
News And Analysis