Management
Report finds government whistleblowers lack adequate protections
Presidential and executive branch power has also become a dominating issue in Samuel Alito’s bid for the Supreme Court.
Management
Senate Dems to question Alito on executive branch power
Sen. Edward Kennedy, D-Mass., calls judge's support for executive branch throughout his career "genuinely troubling."
Defense
Appointment dampens hopes for merger of DHS bureaus
With top Immigration and Customs Enforcement position filled, opportune time for merger has passed, observers say.
Management
Hurricane reconstruction strategist seeks local input
Former Texas banker charged with coordinating long-term plans to rebuild says he will avoid wielding a heavy federal hand.
Management
Agencies tackle massive Gulf Coast waste removal challenge
EPA, Army Corps and contractors involved in effort to safely dispose of at least 90 million cubic yards of rubble.
Management
Agencies discover paybanding pitfalls
Expense and lack of upward mobility are among the roadblocks encountered.
Defense
Federal agents ready for new air marshal director
Law enforcement officers say the departure of Thomas Quinn creates a window to improve morale and enact reforms.
Defense
Defense names senior strategic sourcing executive
Mark Krzysko will be well-positioned to advance the cost-saving acquisition technique across the department.
Defense
ICE cited for improper award of small business set-aside contract
Use of a large subcontractor made company ineligible for detention officer and transportation services work, GAO says.
Defense
New immigration enforcement chief gets mixed reception
Critics say Julie Myers lacks experience, while supporters say she has built relationships that will serve her well.
Defense
Homeland Security seeks proposals for border technology
Bureau on hunt for mobile detection devices to assist border patrol officers.
Management
SBA: Small business contracting picture improving
Advocacy office says federal agencies are awarding an increasing amount of contract dollars to small firms.
Tech
Foreign Service Institute to join online training program
Overseas orientation and language courses will be among those available to the foreign affairs community.
Defense
Congress follows executive branch lead on 2006 spending cuts
Final appropriations bills incorporate more of President Bush’s proposed program cuts than last year.
Management
Senate approves limited VA job competitions
Legislation would allow some public-private competitions, but prevent full resumption of effort to put federal jobs up for bid.
Pay & Benefits
Pentagon postpones training on personnel system
Managers can continue to work on “soft skills” while department reevaluates details of human resources reforms.
Management
Defense spending bill renews job competition restrictions
Annual appropriations measure again includes prohibition against private firms gaining cost advantage by offering reduced health benefits.
Defense