Defense
DHS chief eyes ID cards with biometric data
Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff stops short of advocating national identification card.
Defense
Military spending on pay, benefits spiraling upward, GAO chief says
Higher compensation packages for service members and escalating health care costs are dampening DoD's long-term financial outlook, David Walker says.
News
IRS makes free 2006 tax preparation software available
Software vendors offer free online federal tax preparation, but limit participation based on income.
Defense
Pentagon programs poised for information-sharing awards
Seven Defense Department programs are finalists for honors from industry group.
News
Backlash against earmarks gains steam
Movement to require public disclosure of local projects funded in spending bills gains momentum in wake of recent scandals.
Defense
Lawmakers urge Navy to boost submarine orders
Request to increase production three years earlier than scheduled may be unrealistic given the tough budget environment.
Management
Pentagon scales back, delays first installment of NSPS
Initial group scheduled to enter the personnel system is cut by 54,000 employees and start date is pushed back by four months.
Defense
Military's monthly Iraq costs rose during fiscal 2005
Increase doesn’t necessarily mean Pentagon will need substantially more supplemental funding, analysts say.
Defense
Administration announces new border screening initiatives
State Department plans to begin testing passport card by the end of the year.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers press Bush for military-civilian pay parity
Representatives kick off annual clash over the civilian pay raise.
Management
GSA officials aim to have reorganization nearly complete by fall
Employees should know where they stand by September, agency’s chief acquisition officer says.
Pay & Benefits
Consultants advise TSP not to change investment mix
Recommendation comes as part of first-ever professional review of the $175 billion retirement savings plan.
Defense
Defense review to focus on handling of irregular threats
Officials to recommend more resources for fighting terrorism and protecting against weapons of mass destruction.
Oversight
Leadership Shuffle
Personalities and comfort levels will drive the race for House majority leader.
Management