Defense
Compromise on immigration reform legislation appears elusive
House members attack less-punitive Senate measure allowing most of the estimated 11 million illegal immigrants to remain in the country while seeking permanent citizenship.
Tech
GAO calls for more detailed electronic records expenditure plan
Plan complied with acquisition rules and requirements, report says.
Defense
FEMA chief says agency continues to be understaffed
Government hiring process is “arduous” and “complicated,” R. David Paulison says.
Management
OMB to rate agencies on efforts to break up large contracts
Administration official promises update on initiative to address small business contracting concerns by November.
Defense
DHS told to investigate air marshal’s complaint
Allegations center on inadequate identity protection; agency says many of the concerns are out of date.
News
OPM offers shorter, cheaper training for managers
New classes bring courses offered within government in line with outside options.
Tech
Hackers deface Federal Executive Board Web sites
Attack hurts ability to get information to federal employees outside Washington, board directors say.
Pay & Benefits
Tax Changes: Part One
The first in a two-part series on recent changes in tax laws that could affect your retirement plans.
Defense
Judge rules against NSA eavesdropping program
Electronic surveillance program runs counter to the 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, judge says.
Defense
Fighter plane program may see cuts to pay for backup engine
The number of fighters may be lowered by 50 to 100, out of about 2,500, to pay for a second engine.
Management
CBO lowers estimated 2006 budget deficit to $260 billion
House minority leader calls new numbers the “latest evidence” Republicans cannot keep spending under control.
Management
Report recommends limited use of pay incentives
Measurement should focus on intrinsic motivation and allow for failure, researcher says.
Tech
GSA to study agencies’ service to citizens
Results will be used to help agencies improve their responses to requests for information.
Management
Pentagon plans shift of blue-collar workers to new pay system
Defense officials bring in Federal Managers Association to consult on new rules.
News