Management
House panel votes to repeal DHS personnel overhaul
Move comes weeks after department announced its intentions to move ahead with portions of the new system.
Management
Auditors question GSA's telecom transition cost estimates
Government Accountability Office says agency may have set aside too much for move to massive Networx agreement.
Defense
Senator weighs need for more long-range transport planes
Hawaii Democrat sees the benefit of a larger fleet, but doesn’t want it to come at the expense of domestic programs.
Defense
Army Guard units face shortage of gear
Missing equipment hinders training exercises and impedes the Guard's ability to respond rapidly to domestic disasters, chief says.
Management
Lawmakers urge EPA inspector to hold off on staff cuts
Several House members say the move, prompted by projected budget reductions, is premature.
Tech
Pentagon official discusses move to new version of Internet
Old system is running out of addresses as more devices -- anything from ovens to aircraft -- become controllable remotely over the Internet.
Defense
House debates rail security despite objections to bill
Bush administration advisers say they will recommend a veto if language on whistleblower protections remains in the measure.
Management
IRS chief says 2006 tax season taxing the agency
Late changes in the law and other factors conspired to place this season among the most difficult in memory, commissioner says.
Tech
GSA chief to go on offensive at House hearing
Key GOP panel member says allegations against Lurita Doan will not stand up to scrutiny.
Defense
NTEU to represent 1,400 federal airport screeners
Union hopes to expand representation of TSA employees, as rival labor organization notes it has been active in the agency for five years.
Defense
Chemical industry plots to kill disputed security provision
Controversial language would give states and localities the power to enforce chemical security laws that are stronger than federal rules.
Defense
Lawmaker unveils bill to overhaul flood insurance program
The 38-year-old program suffered massive losses in the aftermath of hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
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