Management

Senate action uncertain on omnibus

Congressional appropriators struck key deals Monday to reach a "veto proof" fiscal 2004 omnibus appropriations bill, but new roadblocks may keep the bill on hold until next year.

Management

OMB deputy: Debate over job competitions not a distraction

A Bush administration official says the recent political fight over competitive sourcing issues has not distracted the Office of Federal Procurement Policy from its traditional responsibilities.

Management

Investigation uncovers further misuse of contracts at GSA unit

Improper contracting practices and misuse of funds occurred in three regional offices at the General Services Administration’s Federal Technology Service, according to a draft report by the agency’s inspector general.

Management

White House steps up effort to block job competition changes

Management

FAA announces organizational overhaul

The Federal Aviation Administration unveiled a major reorganization Tuesday that consolidates offices and management positions and calls for the agency to do a comprehensive analysis to determine if its workforce should be downsized.

Management

White House objects to job competition revisions

The White House has raised last-minute objections to measures governing federal job competitions in the conference report on the fiscal 2004 Transportation-Treasury budget bill, and may pressure lawmakers to alter the language.