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Homeland Security nominee vows to meet with unions

Michael Chertoff acknowledges “controversy and concern” about recently announced overhaul of the department’s personnel system.

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House, Senate agree to more talks on appropriations changes

Proposal to create an expanded military "quality of life" subcommittee becomes a major sticking point.

Management

Legislators applaud NIH's stricter ethics rules

New rules aimed at eliminating scientists' conflicts of interest.

Defense

War supplemental might target military life insurance sales

Move follows allegations that the Army failed to process hundreds of supplemental life insurance policies for activated Army personnel deployed to dangerous destinations abroad.

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OMB gives Smithsonian failing grades

Compared to large agencies, the home of the nation’s museums ranks poorly on management initiatives.

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Education unveils database of accredited schools

As part of an effort to combat diploma mills, the department compiles a list of accredited colleges and universities.

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Partners in Crimefighting

The merger of customs and immigrations agents helped net a major bust.

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