Defense
Greater coordination called for at biological labs
Energy IG says more needs to be done to coordinate laboratory work and integrate facilities with other federal agencies.
News
GSA unveils details of reorganization
New Federal Acquisition Service will have six offices around the country to provide services and a national office to set policy.
Defense
Florida officials lobby BRAC panel to shift Virginia base
Sunshine State urges panel members to move Master Jet Base at Oceana Naval Air Station, Va., to Florida's Cecil Field.
Defense
Justice Department effort to eavesdrop on airline passengers challenged
Privacy groups ask FCC to reject proposal, saying matter first should be debated by Congress.
Pay & Benefits
Performance Pay: A History
Pay for performance in government isn’t exactly a new concept.
News
White House postal plan missing Senate stamp of approval
Key backer of reform says Bush administration "can do better" than compromise it has floated.
Defense
Virginia lawmakers get last chance to salvage jet base
About 10,000 military and civilian jobs are on the line at Master Jet Base at Oceana Naval Air Station.
Management
Energy employees win appeal of outsourcing decision
Successful bid protest will force agency officials to rethink maintenance contract.
News
Agencies seek to iron out student loan repayment details
Some are making broader use of authority than others.
News
Astronaut handyman repairs heat shield
After ride on robot arm, spacewalker plucks out protusions that may have imperiled shuttle’s return to Earth.
Defense
Homeland Security agency begins hiring after lengthy hiatus
DHS officials say financial problems at Immigration and Customs Enforcement bureau that led to hiring freeze are being addressed.
Management
EPA scientists criticize agency management
Internal survey shows scientists in research and development labs and centers do not trust their managers and believe that their views are not considered.
Defense
Transportation agency in data flap with Alaskans
Group alleges agency may have destroyed personal travel records.
Defense