News
In rebuke to GOP leaders, House defeats Labor-HHS spending bill
Leaders hold vote open for 36 minutes to twist arms, but are unsuccessful.
News
NASA receives full funding for moon-Mars effort
Generous 2006 appropriation comes with warning to shape up financial management.
Management
Senators skeptical of Pentagon plan for personnel reform
Lack of employee buy-in, inadequate detail in final NSPS regulations cause concern.
Defense
House panel backs bill to tighten border security
Critics fault legislation for failing to require merger of ICE and CBP.
Tech
Lawmaker urges Bush to promote telework
The work arrangement deserves mention in the State of the Union address, says Rep. Frank Wolf, R-Va.
Defense
Pentagon begins military buildup on Guam
With China looming as a potential adversary, westernmost U.S. territory is attractive launching pad for Pacific operations.
Tech
Federal officials expect security compliance within a year
Officials reported the most progress in personal security, followed by identification and authentication.
Management
Board official defends dismissal of Amtrak president
Head of the passenger railroad’s board of directors tells lawmakers that David Gunn resisted reform efforts.
News
House, Senate leaders plot strategy for finishing spending bills
House speaker is under pressure from conservatives to push across-the-board spending cuts at agencies.
Management
Defense to hold off on implementing NSPS labor rules
Parties agree to postponement to avoid a temporary restraining order.
Pay & Benefits
OPM to provide employees more retirement planning information
Agency preparing new worksheet to help federal workers compute retirement finances.
Defense
House to take up immigration measures
Bill introduced Monday would require DHS and Defense to coordinate on plan to secure borders.
Defense
Senate passes measure to ensure federal hiring preference for reservists
Provision clarifies how veterans preference applies to National Guard and Reserve members.
Management