Defense
Former White House staffer named to head DHS policy committee
The 28-year-old appointee may join list of inexperienced, but well-connected, homeland security picks.
Defense
Homeland Security grapples with management vacancies
Several senior management positions are open, notably ones critical to disaster response and terrorism prevention.
Tech
Survey: Agency programs to protect privacy inadequate
Interviews with members of the federal IT community indicate agencies are focusing on cyber security while privacy programs slip through the cracks.
Defense
Maritime security measure gathers bipartisan support
Bill would require $400 million to be reserved annually for port security grants, an approach that diverges from the one favored by DHS.
Defense
New panel to begin in-depth review of military reserves
Preliminary report to be released in June will brief congressional committees on equipment shortages, troop strength and other issues.
Defense
New IT budget figures still show big boost for DHS
Homeland Security’s proposed technology budget for next year emphasizes border and transportation security programs.
Oversight
Looking Toward 2008
The upcoming presidential campaign will be the first since 1928 that doesn’t feature a sitting president or vice president.
Defense
Agencies may have trouble meeting ID card deadline, GAO says
Challenges include testing and acquisition of commercial cards and card readers within required timeframe.
News
Supplemental bill contains less than requested for Gulf Coast
Reductions would be in funds for shipbuilding, repairs to military facilities and housing vouchers.
Defense
Army seeks to restore $3 billion for tank upgrades
Wish list for funding beyond what is in the 2006 supplemental bill and 2007 budget request also includes $400 million to buy 1,145 Humvees.
News
Report: Better IT support leads to more federal telework
Survey results indicate that perceptions about working away from the office are improving.
Management
Outgoing EPA inspector general tells of search for accountability
Nikki Tinsley also pushes for change in salary rules that restrict IGs’ earnings potential.
Defense
Ex-FEMA director: Restore agency's independence
In an interview, Michael Brown says disaster response agency gets “short shrift” next to the Homeland Security Department’s anti-terrorism activities.
News
GSA acquisition units report losses
Steps to improve the financial picture this year include a hiring freeze and cutting back on training, travel.
Defense
Port security, cargo screening bills gain support
Measures would, among other things, authorize more funding for initiative to inspect high-risk containers.
Pay & Benefits