Defense
Senate panel approves intelligence authorization measure
Bill would require the disclosure of the overall funding requested, authorized and appropriated for intelligence.
Defense
Senator keeps program for alternate fighter jet engine alive
Proponent of second engine argues competition will result in savings and a better final product.
Defense
Army stockpiles, destroys WMD antidotes in Iraq
Millions of dollars worth of drugs are incinerated under policy stemming from belief that Saddam Hussein stockpiled weapons of mass destruction.
Oversight
NASA official grilled on destruction of meeting videos
General counsel says he broke DVDs to prevent them from becoming public records.
Oversight
Union criticizes report backing NASA workforce flexibilities
Group charges that until the agency receives more funding, its missions and workforce remain at risk.
Oversight
Early special counsel report pushed punishment for GSA chief
Later version softened the edge, leaving it to President Bush to determine how to handle alleged Hatch Act violations.
Defense
Panel to pave way for massive bio-defense facility
Bill would allow DHS to enter into a contract and begin construction on a state-of-the-art research center.
Pay & Benefits
Model for Health Coverage
Democrats in the 2008 presidential campaign turn to the federal employee program as a health care solution.
Oversight
House Dems increase spending, challenge administration
White House signals it will not give in easily on spending later this year, particularly if Democrats are able to force a change in direction on Iraq policy.
Tech
Librarians use 'wiki' for updates on EPA consolidation
Site is designed to address confusion about the agency’s plan to shift to a primarily digital library setup.
Defense
McCain seeks limits on Pentagon’s use of multiyear contracts
Proponents of the approach say savings are significant and worthwhile; critics argue such arrangements hinder oversight.
News
New job search site aims to enhance federal recruitment
Effort is meant to supplement, not compete with, listings on USAJobs site.
Oversight