Management
House appropriator seeks extension of earmark deadline
Members express concern that new rules governing earmarks have led to confusion.
Defense
Lawmaker vows to fight criticism over Walter Reed role
Democrats are saying Florida member could have used his clout on subcommittee to force changes in care for injured soldiers.
Management
Justice insiders give advice on job competitions
Developing a proposal to compete against contractors is time-consuming and difficult, but also rewarding, team leaders say.
Tech
DHS boosts power of chief information officer
Critics say the move is long overdue and doesn't go far enough.
Management
Small business panel votes to retool disaster relief programs
Measure calls for a comprehensive response plan and charges the SBA administrator with conducting annual simulations.
Defense
Whistleblower legislation faces veto threat
Bill would boost protections for employees in security and science agencies from retaliation for disclosing mismanagement.
Management
Agency tries to get word out against political e-mails
Recent cases could help educate federal employees on activities prohibited under the Hatch Act.
News
Panel clears 2008 budget proposal over GOP objections
Resolution would fully fund President Bush's defense request and the war on terrorism, while providing for domestic priorities.
Defense
Supplemental may ease need to boost 2008 security funds
The emergency spending bill would provide about $2.5 billion extra for various homeland security programs.
Pay & Benefits
Service Interruption
What happens to your retirement benefits when you have to leave your civilian federal job for active-duty military service?
Defense
DHS considers nuclear detector tests in New York
New technology would operate alongside current detectors and officials would evaluate the rate of false alarms.
Defense
Lawmakers weigh fate of Walter Reed
Opponent of keeping the facility open says such a move would set a precedent encouraging lawmakers to overturn other base closings.
Tech