Management
Lawmakers renew attempt to block private tax debt collection
Bill sponsors argue IRS program to outsource some collections is inefficient and raises privacy concerns.
Defense
Senate committee plans more homeland security oversight
A hearing is already scheduled on implementing unfulfilled Sept. 11 commission recommendations.
Defense
House panel aims for fresh look at homeland security
Chairman asks for Congress to provide state and local governments with billions of dollars to purchase and deploy emergency communications equipment.
Defense
Senator challenges State official on Iraq reconstruction
Freshman Virginia lawmaker asks department to show management improvements and metrics for work by provincial teams.
Defense
GAO cites anti-terror progress, says work remains
U.S. aviation system is still an attractive potential target for terrorists, report states.
Tech
CIO council strategic plan emphasizes workforce issues
Group also will champion the Bush administration’s effort to streamline back-end technology systems across government.
Defense
Push for civilian reserves echoes previous efforts
State Department tried last year to get $25 million to set up a civilian reserve unit for reconstruction work.
News
Health agencies again sound alarm on flu pandemic
Senator calls failure to increase funding for tests, vaccines and therapies “totally unacceptable.”
Management
House set to consider long-term spending measure next week
Democrats are planning to fund domestic agencies within the $463.5 billion left under the GOP budget cap.
Tech
Lockheed Martin to provide high-tech IDs at ports
Transportation Security Administration contract has an initial value of $70 million.
Pay & Benefits
Rating Benefits
Federal employees say they are happy with time off and sick leave, but satisfaction falls off after that.
Pay & Benefits
Thrift Savings Plan executive director resigns
Gary Amelio oversaw the recent addition of lifecycle funds to the plan.
News
Union asks court to block federal internship program
Lawsuit claims effort undermines merit principles by denying federal employees the chance to compete for jobs and promotions.
News
Social Security nominee warns furloughs may be imminent
Budget pinch is hurting morale and distracting employees, potential SSA chief tells the Senate Finance Committee.
Management
Bush orders agencies to lead way in cutting energy use
President says government will begin replacing cars in the federal fleet with hybrid vehicles.
Defense