Tech
GSA releases guidelines on telework
Guidance designed to encourage continued growth in the number of federal employees who work away from the office.
News
OMB expands technology consolidation effort
New task forces will examine potential centralization of technological infrastructure, geospatial systems, and budget-related efforts.
News
Spending proposals leave moderates in tough position
Fat has already been trimmed from the easy places, leaving few palatable options for cuts.
Management
TSP officials say few plan members fell for ‘phishing’ scam
Grammatical errors in phony e-mail asking participants to divulge personal information aroused suspicion.
News
Lawmakers consider seeking review of plans for Tricare fee hike
Key House member acknowledges rising costs, but says he is concerned that increase would be a burden on retirees.
Management
Report: Poor planning hurt hurricane contracting
Advance preparation and more contract oversight are needed to prevent waste, GAO reviewers conclude.
Defense
NSA program broader than previously described
Warrantless eavesdropping involves analyzing far-reaching web of communications data.
Defense
Pentagon seeks to explain rise in sexual assault reports
Officials view increase as sign that new confidentiality policies are working.
News
Bush names Idaho governor to be Interior secretary
If confirmed, Dirk Kempthorne would succeed Gale Norton, who is leaving at the end of March.
Defense
Customs bureau may seek private sector help
With only 80 inspectors to validate cargo security plans for about 10,000 companies, agency is looking for extra support.
News
Moderates blow by Bush's spending cap
Fiscal 2007 budget plan narrowly approved by the Senate Thursday tops proposed limit on discretionary spending by $16 billion.
Pay & Benefits
Really, You Can Retire!
Responses to reader feedback on projecting your post-retirement income.
News
Panel approves bill revamping federal flood insurance program
Bill would require policyholders with vacation homes to pay fair-market rates for their premiums.
Defense