News

GSA information technology fund finishes year in the red

An internal report attributes losses to slow business in the agency’s regional IT shops.

Defense

Key senator launches bid for U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq

Soon-to-be Armed Services panel leader confident a majority would pass a nonbinding resolution, sending President Bush a message.

Tech

Officials eye 50-percent mark on cyber compliance

The most progress has been made in handling personnel security and identifying who is accessing various IT systems.

News

OPM expands ad campaign aimed at would-be civil servants

Personnel agency is timing some television commercials to coincide with job fairs.

Tech

IT security measure may founder in lame-duck Senate

Veterans Affairs’ move to consolidate technology operations addresses much of what was in the bill, Senate spokesman says.

Defense

Panelists: Pentagon could take lead role in some disasters

Military would take the lead after large-scale terrorist attacks -- and possibly pandemic flu outbreaks or earthquakes.

Management

Money matters, leadership elections filling lawmakers' plates

Leaders from both parties have agreed to at least try to finish fiscal 2007 spending bills in lame duck session.

Defense

Forward Observer: A Chance to Make History

Veteran defense writer urges incoming leader of the House Armed Services Committee to invite on-the-ground military officials to testify on Iraq.

News

Bush to Cabinet: Cooperate with Congress

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No Job Security in the E-Ring

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Headline of the Day, Part Two

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VA Chief to Vets: Show Your Colors

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Headline of the Day

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Defense

Freshman Democrats include anti-terrorism expert

Addition of members with military credentials could give Democrats added clout during anticipated floor debates on the war in Iraq.

Defense

Dems must pick point person before immigration debate

Senate is likely to move legislation first because it already passed a comprehensive package earlier this year under Republican control.

News

Vets continue slow climb in federal employment

Defense and Veterans Affairs departments employ the bulk of veterans.

Tech

Private sector grows skeptical of IT consolidation efforts

Poor planning and a lack of execution could doom the Office of Management and Budget’s information technology streamlining projects, industry officials say.

Management

Agencies see green in final 2006 management grades

E-government scores see the most change; ratings remain steady in the financial and human capital management areas.

Defense

Report: Exposure to weather wrecked FEMA housing units

Agency advised to clarify what situations require the purchase of modular homes and ensure the units are properly packaged and stored.