Tech
Mobility of federal workers hinders data security
Recent Office of Management and Budget directive will require encryption of all sensitive data, whether it is being used or is at rest.
Oversight
Ousted hurricane center chief defends request for new satellite
Head of NOAA says Bill Proenza was reassigned because he wasn’t showing good leadership.
Defense
Surveillance tower raises suspicion in border town
Some in Arivaca, Ariz., are convinced the Homeland Security Department equipment is there to watch them, rather than the border.
Oversight
Watchdog group upgrades contractor misconduct database
Enhancement comes as lawmakers focus on ensuring that consistent information on performance is available.
Oversight
Senators consider steps to enforce small business goals
Witnesses say there aren’t enough measures to hold agencies accountable for failing to reach 23 percent target.
Oversight
GAO, union reach agreement to hold election
Agency affirms the eligibility of certain employees to organize in exchange for the withdrawal of an unfair labor practice charge.
Oversight
Pay reform, recruiting cited as top personnel challenges
Officials caution against implementing a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
Oversight
IRS to spend $13.2 million on headquarters flood recovery
Agency avoided using any new appropriations and followed contracting rules, auditors find.
Defense
Senate freshmen seek stronger oversight of wartime contractors
Measure would create a panel to review government reliance on contractors, expand authority of special inspector general for Iraq.
Pay & Benefits
Pushing Parental Leave
The idea of granting paid leave to new parents is gaining traction on Capitol Hill.
Defense