Defense
Iraq will need U.S. oversight for a decade, watchdog reports
Threats are greatest from outside the country, key Iraqi general tells special IG.
Pay & Benefits
GSA inaugurates updated telework policy
Guidance for managers flips the presumption from can’t work offsite to can.
Oversight
Administration unveils two new tools to spur job creation
One-stop portal for small businesses to access federal services and faster marketing of lab research outlined in presidential memos.
Oversight
Justice watchdog issues corrected report on muffin scandal
Added documentation and consultation prompts IG to back off charge of overpriced meals at department conference.
Oversight
OMB reorganizes monitoring of financial assistance grants
New council coordinates work of 25 agencies to curb waste and highlight trends.
News
Fraud continues in small business preference programs
Agencies struggle to monitor contractors that misrepresent qualifications in self-certifications.
Defense
FEMA chief says pre-staging is key to rapid disaster response
Fugate stresses advantage of acting in advance of official disaster declarations.
News
Repeal of 3 percent contractor tax withholding gathers steam
Bipartisan support for canceling the revenue generator is evident as House vote nears.
Oversight
Procurement chief defends Obama’s commitment to small business
Proposed rule would end price premium for disadvantaged contractors.
Defense
State Department faulted in effort to train Iraqi police
IG report cites lack of agency cooperation with auditors.
News
Lawsuit renews debate over product safety database
Consumer complaint website aims for transparency, but some offerings include inaccurate details.
Oversight
OMB moves ahead with unloading excess real estate
In updating list of unneeded properties, agencies report progress identifying savings opportunities.
Oversight
HHS announces contribution to Obama regulatory reform
Three Medicare and Medicaid hospital management rules are aimed at both improving health care and saving money.
Oversight