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.
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