Defense
Report: Defense made IT purchases without competition
Inspectors general find department did not follow rules when ordering off National Institutes of Health multiple award contracts.
Tech
Congressman seeks to revive network neutrality debate
Rep. Edward Markey will introduce legislation next month, aims to put the issue back in the spotlight on Capitol Hill next year.
Oversight
Physicians: Senate health IT bill would give unfair ratings
Bill is aimed at jump-starting a nationwide electronic health records program.
Tech
FCC spectrum award marks beginning of national safety network
New broadband network will support a broad range of applications for first responders.
Tech
Courts offer libraries free access to e-records
Service would be available at 16 library systems nationwide under a joint project of the courts and the Government Printing Office.
Oversight
Public, private sectors differ on 'green' efforts
Online survey finds that government managers have more knowledge of energy-efficient data centers.
Tech
FCC announces creation of telehealth initiative
The plan will fund dedicated broadband networks for telehealth activities, like videoconference consultations or second opinions from out-of-state specialists.
Defense
Traditional fence costs may boost interest in virtual fence
The Homeland Security Department constructed 76 miles of fencing in fiscal 2007 and plans to construct 370 miles by the end of fiscal 2008.
Oversight
Privacy concerns plague Senate health IT legislation
Expert says bill relies too heavily on standards issued under a flawed 1996 law.
Tech
Report details TSA information technology management problems
Homeland Security inspector general says agency’s IT environment is decentralized, lacks integration and is ineffectively managed.
Oversight
Work continues on spying bills despite veto threats
Committee say timing is suspect on Democrats' ammendements to FISA bill.
Oversight
E-government bill clears senate government panel
Reauthorization also includes a provision that requires a plan for government information to be made more readily available on search engines.
Defense
Senate panel OKs bill to expand telework eligibility
Bill would make all federal employees eligible to telework unless they fall under certain categories that would prohibit it.
Oversight
TSA chief denies screeners tipped to security testing
Administrator testifies that e-mail mentioning testing did not violate integrity or tip off employees.
Oversight
House set to pass online child protection bills
Legislation would require the FTC to carry out a nationwide program to increase public awareness and provide education regarding Internet safety.
Tech
Web experts weigh value of 'trustmarks' for health sites
System would let consumers click on a symbol and be taken to a page listing requirements for certification.
Tech
Confusing terms prompt call for health IT glossary
Health and Human Services Department is working with alliance to make progress on creating a nationwide health information network.
Defense
Bush dealt first veto override on water resources bill
Legislation authorizes billions of dollars worth of Army Corps of Engineers water projects.
Tech
Hard times push IT associations to consider merger
Two organizations say combination would give federal IT community “louder and clearer voice” on policy and legislation.
Oversight