Defense
Surveillance law prompts clashes in two panels
Intelligence director says updates were critical since original version did not foresee cellular telephones, e-mail and the Internet.
Tech
Satisfaction with agency Web sites remains on plateau
The biggest gap between the private and federal sectors is in the area of search capabilities, analyst says.
Pay & Benefits
Intelligence agencies move closer to common personnel system
New 500-day plan will focus on performance management, pay for performance and hiring in the intelligence community.
Oversight
New OMB chief to hold firm against excess spending
Despite $23 billion difference over appropriations, Jim Nussle says there is still time to avoid a train wreck.
Oversight
Special counsel, merit protection measure advances
Subcommittee passes language aimed at ensuring allegations of discrimination based on sexual orientation are pursued.
Defense
Defense cites strides in medical care for deployed civilians
Officials acknowledge there's still room for improvement.
Defense
Lawmaker seeks tally of security programs with privacy issues
Chairman of House panel cites four examples of projects that were canceled as concerns arose, requests detailed list by Sept. 28.
Oversight
Contractors aim at Defense bill's acquisition changes
Industry groups are opposed to language limiting the use of time-and-materials contracts and allowing protests on task orders.
Oversight
Dominance Versus Confusion
Recent polls show Hillary Clinton as the clear front-runner in the Democratic presidential race; the Republican favorite is less clear.
Oversight
GSA: Politics to blame for collapse of Sun contract
Congress needs help to gain better understanding of how contracts work and the roles of acquisition officials, GSA chief says.
Defense
Appropriator predicts Iraq withdrawal mandate could pass House
Fight would be more difficult in the Senate, where 60 votes would be needed to overcome filibuster, vocal war opponent says.
Pay & Benefits
TSP board backs budget hike for tech upgrade
Investments are necessary to replace aging computer equipment, improve efficiency and enhance security, CIO says.
Defense
Veto threat issued against House terrorism insurance bill
White House argues the program, which was constructed in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, should be phased out in the near future.
Tech
Quiet end to technology agency lamented
Since the 1980s, the Technology Administration has served as one-stop shopping for tech companies dealing with federal agencies on competitiveness issues.
Defense
Bush nominates ex-judge to become attorney general
Michael Mukasey, an 18-year veteran of a U.S. district court in New York, has a conservative reputation on national security matters, law professor says.
Pay & Benefits