Defense
Chertoff touts risk management approach
Says new airline screening rules show DHS is not trying to "protect every single person against every risk at every moment at every place."
News
Court expedites appeal of ruling on DHS personnel system
Homeland Security Department's request to speed up case granted.
Defense
DHS chief: Major changes to FEMA coming soon
Reforms will cut bureaucratic red tape, bolster logistics systems, Michael Chertoff says.
Management
GAO: Watchdog agency workers need own complaint process
Congress should establish independent means for Office of Special Counsel employees to lodge allegations of improprieties by top agency officials, report argues.
Tech
OMB report shows mixed progress on technology initiatives
Success in reaching 2005 goals uneven, with cybersecurity one area that is lagging.
News
Defense bill allows military recruiters to offer new incentives
Compromise version of authorization measure passed by House and awaiting Senate approval would double enlistment bonuses.
Pay & Benefits
TSP life-cycle investors won’t let go of other funds
Many cling to the trusty government securities fund, too.
Oversight
Larger Than Life
At his 50th anniversary, Michigan congressman’s mark on environmental and other issues is already clear.
Defense
Bush details plan for more effective information sharing
Strategy addresses department chiefs’ authorities, addresses coordination among federal, state and local governments.
Defense
TSA solicits feedback on plans for frequent flier program
The Transportation Security Administration is seeking industry and public input on its proposal to begin an airline passenger verification program.
Defense
Spending bill spares major weapons programs from big cuts
With support of key Senator, negotiators allot Navy’s next-generation destroyer program the full $1.8 billion requested
Management
Union files second protest in Energy job competition
In ongoing tussle, labor leader challenges acceptance of “time and materials” bids in public-private contest.
Tech
Survey shows a lack of confidence on e-government projects
Federal technology executives’ confidence in cybersecurity also slips.
Defense
Defense measure includes language on military benefits
House version of authorization bill would expand healthcare system for National Guard and reserve troops, raise enlistment bonuses
News
Three major bills passed as House wraps up work
Members move Defense spending and authorization bills, and a $39.7 billion budget-cutting package, to the Senate.
Pay & Benefits