Defense
Acting FEMA chief backs suggestions for improved disaster response
R. David Paulison says, however, that fixes will take several years.
Management
Trade official nominated to be next OMB director
Bush urges Senate to move quickly to confirm Rob Portman as a replacement for Joshua Bolten.
Management
Bush pick for federal procurement chief praised
If confirmed, Paul Denett, a veteran contracting official, would fill a position vacant since September.
Management
Pentagon files appeal of ruling blocking labor relations reforms
Department also releases online calculator for employees to determine paybands under new personnel system.
Tech
Private sector sees barriers to new identification system
Survey finds IT firms skeptical that agencies will meet an October deadline.
Oversight
Courting Conservatives
To improve his chances in the 2008 presidential race, Sen. John McCain must win more support from the right.
Management
Bush nominates veteran procurement official for OMB spot
Paul Denett has served as the senior contracting executive at the Interior and Treasury departments.
Defense
FEMA employees laud suggestions for improved disaster response
Lack of coordination at agency blamed in IG report for post-Katrina lapses.
Defense
Religious groups join fight against national IDs
Groups are endorsing a proposal that would make New Hampshire the first state to reject the federal requirement.
Defense
Lawmaker widens probe of Cunningham contacts
House Armed Services Committee chairman asks staff to retrieve all relevant documents and communications dating back to 1991.
Management
New top White House aide hints at shakeup
Joshua Bolten, who took over Friday, told staff members planning to resign by the end of the year anyway to leave soon.
Management
Report: States need better guidance on improper payments
Better information flow would improve payment accuracy in state-administered programs, GAO says.
Pay & Benefits
TSP board balks at Congress’ push for real estate fund
House subcommittee to mark up bill next week despite board’s request to hold off.
Defense