News
Negotiations on budget-cutting bill to end this week
Accelerated timetable means measure is likely to escape more controversial add-ons, which may go to Defense bill instead.
News
Panel approves bill creating fertilizer registry at DHS
Measure would require records of anyone who produces, sells or buys ammonium nitrate, which could be used to build a bomb.
Management
Satisfaction with government services drops
For the first time since 2002, American Customer Satisfaction Index score for public services has decreased.
Pay & Benefits
2006 Getaways
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News
Louisiana governor blames Katrina failures on levees
Lawmakers say they will be hard-pressed to grant more aid without seeing concrete spending plans.
Management
Final budget-cutting vote may be delayed until January
Acting majority leader did not commit Wednesday to bringing reconciliation bill up before Congress adjourns for the holidays.
Defense
Conferees keep Navy destroyer program at two shipyards
Navy has backed "winner-take-all" strategy that would force shipyards to compete for contract.
News
Panel recommends Defense acquisition overhaul
Group suggests fewer cost-based competitions, a new funding mechanism and more communication with contractors.
Tech
Bush orders agencies to name chief FOIA officers
Agencies must develop plans within six months to streamline process of releasing information to public.
Pay & Benefits
Talks on Defense personnel system break down
Unions skip scheduled meeting with Pentagon oficials, saying they need more time to analyze new system’s details.
Management
Three agencies honored with top management awards
President’s Quality Awards go to the Social Security Administration and departments of State and Labor.
Defense
State Department presses for Darfur peacekeeping funds
Funding for U.S. contribution to mission slated to run out at end of the month unless Congress acts.
Management