Oversight
Equal employment report shows mixed success
Federal workers file fewer complaints, but agencies pay more in damages.
Oversight
Hurricane Fay reminds managers of emergency workforce flexibilities
Direct hiring authority, premium pay for employees are among several options available to agencies during a crisis.
Defense
Rule change to provide more contracting opportunities for vets
Proposed regulation would allow VA to restrict contracts for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.
Defense
Northern Command no longer a startup organization
Post-Sept. 11 military command takes on a growing list of challenges.
Defense
Defense budget doesn't stretch as far as it used to
The Pentagon’s budget is squeezed by war, soaring fuel costs and out-of-control acquisition programs.
Oversight
GSA to bolster contracting with service-disabled veterans
Task force to help agency direct 3 percent of procurement dollars to vet-owned companies.
Oversight
House majority leader calls for expanding alternative work schedules
Maryland Democrat asks OPM for guidance on motivating agencies to adopt a four-day, 40-hour workweek by October.
Oversight
White House names Williams acting GSA administrator
Recess appointment bypasses senator's hold on nominee’s confirmation.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Requirement to scan all inbound sea cargo sparks security concerns
GAO says 100 percent screening would strain resources, making it less effective than the current risk-based approach.
Defense
Commission finds U.S. vulnerable to electromagnetic pulse attack
High-altitude detonation of a nuclear warhead would wreck havoc on communications and other infrastructure.
Defense
Obama emphasizes VA role in caring for vets
Democratic presidential candidate favors job training for veterans, more outreach to their families.
Oversight
Energy seeks power in diversity
Department wants to increase the number and type of power sources available to Americans.
Oversight
Space agency presses full-speed ahead on exploration plans
Budget and technological hurdles arent stopping NASA from shooting for the moon -- and Mars.
Defense
DHS answers to many, pleases few
Homeland Security’s broad responsibilities spread contract dollars and controversy.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Defense radio project not practical or affordable, GAO says
Immature technologies, unstable requirements and aggressive schedules conspire to run up costs for joint tactical radios.
Defense
Feds stationed overseas should act soon to participate in 2008 election
Military members and civilians can register with the Federal Voting Assistance Program.
Oversight
Defense continues to lead the pack in federal travel spending
Agencies spent more on travel in 2007 after sticking closer to home in the previous year.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Project will preserve Bush administration Web sites
Public and historians will be able to view government Web sites as they were before the transition to the next presidential administration.
Defense