News
Health advocates urge federal officials to prepare for flu pandemic
The House Government Reform Committee will hold a hearing Thursday on the possibility of a deadly flu strain hitting the United States.
Management
Panel's tally for proposed terminations totals 101 programs
Program cuts could save government $4.6 billion in fiscal 2006.
News
Bush administration weighing amendment to cover VA budget shortfall
Veterans Affairs Secretary Jim Nicholson is expected to explain to lawmakers how the agency's budget forecasts came up short.
Management
Senate gearing up for appropriations bills
Observers watch majority leader to gauge if he will move bills in a timely fashion.
Pay & Benefits
New OPM chief confirmed by Senate
Linda Springer takes over personnel agency during contentious time for the federal workforce.
Defense
Marshals Service director leaving agency
During his time as head of the Marshals Service, Benigno Reyna’s agency was criticized for lax protection of the judiciary.
News
Acquisition councils beef up subcontracting oversight
New rule would require agencies to evaluate how well contractors manage their subcontracts.
Pay & Benefits
Flexible spending deadline extended for federal workers
OPM will allow employees to keep money in their FSAs for an extra two and a half months.
Defense
Pentagon inspector general interviewing ex-acquisitions chief
Sen. John Warner, R-Va., contacted former Pentagon acquisition chief Edward (Pete) Aldridge and urged him to talk to the IG.
Management
Veterans Affairs' $1 billion shortfall in health care prompts budget scrum
Department shifted $410 million intended for use in fiscal 2006 and another $600 million from maintenance, repairs and equipment accounts to meet this year's VA healthcare needs.
Management
NASA chief expands leadership team
Administrator Michael Griffin continues push to revamp agency’s structure.
News
Satellite industry executive warns of coming shortage
Recommends changing funding process to allow longer term contracts that generate savings.
Defense