Tech
End to Indian trust fund dispute could be closer
Appeals court decision and proposed legislative fix could lead to faster settlement.
Management
Panel advises agencies on managing mixed federal, contractor workforces
With contractors and civil servants working side by side, managers are being held more accountable but have less control over staff.
Defense
CIA veterans speak out against torture
Ex-officers worry that proposed exemption to anti-torture legislation would institutionalize the practice.
Defense
Former NASA executive to head Homeland Security aviation unit
Michael Kostelnik to step in during difficult transition period for new aviation wing.
Defense
Congress OKs funds to fortify planes against attack
But House lawmakers said preliminary results of program "are not entirely encouraging."
Defense
House chairman seeks to speed talks on Defense bill
Authorization bill approves military personnel accounts, including bonuses that would expire before Congress returns in January.
Defense
Lawmakers seek more disaster relief contracts for small businesses
Bill would require DHS to create a new database of small, disadvantaged companies available for recovery work.
Management
Homeland Security chief, union leader meet to discuss personnel reforms
Union president says she wants to continue talks outside the courtroom.
Tech
GSA revamps Web site
Redesign brings clarity to site that has ranked relatively low on customer satisfaction surveys.
News
Head of Defense technology agency aims for acquisition speed
In-house software development should be last option, says Air Force Lt. Gen. Charles Croom.
News
Report: OMB should increase health care cost estimates for job competitions
Costs assessed federal employee teams haven’t changed in years and are too low, GAO says.
Defense