Defense
House member puts rail security at top of his panel's agenda
The House Homeland Security Committee will likely produce legislation within the next six weeks.
News
GOP moderates seek increased funding in areas including health
Health and Human Services, Labor programs should receive at least a 2 percent" increase over fiscal 2006 levels, moderates say.
Defense
Democrat seeks more money for DHS grants to colleges, universities
House Homeland Security Committee chairman eyes homeland security excellence centers at additional educational institutions.
Defense
Navy developing massive information network
Cost of the project has not been determined; implementation slated to begin in 2010.
Management
SSA inspector general reverses course on fining employees
In settlement, IG agrees not to pursue fines that could have totaled millions of dollars; issue to be expunged from employees' personnel files.
Defense
Departments get serious about border technologies
State Department summary says the government has looked to enhance its relationship with the private sector.
Defense
Defense panels to address technology issues
Leadership changes at the subcommittee level could have a big effect on technology-related policy.
Management
Shared savings plan could help Postal Service save energy
Services contracts will help fund efficiency improvements at facilities nationwide.
News
Supreme Court upholds legal immunity for federal employees
Justices find the government can defend Forest Service employee for alleged act that was not part of his job description.
News
Bush calls for additional $143 million for ocean research
Research plan identifies four areas that should be pursued over the next four years.
Defense
Air Force chief argues against diverting funds to Army
Official emphasizes that air superiority is crucial to protecting ground troops during vital overseas operations.
Tech
OMB management chief welcomes Democratic oversight
Key oversight committee schedules hearing on potential political interference with federal scientists.
Management
Health, education programs may gain as Dems reconcile funding pleas
If granted, extra $2.3 billion requested would go toward the National Institutes of Health, Pell grants and other programs.
Defense
Air Force prepares request for replacement refueling tankers
Lawmakers concerned that solicitation will be written in a way that favors Boeing Co., which made the existing fleet.
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