Management
Mineta rules out imposing general aviation user fees
At hearing on transportation budget, lawmaker opposes proposal to turn over decision-making to a third party if there is an impasse in FAA labor negotiations.
Defense
Senator may address spying concerns in supplemental funding bill
Lawmaker says he may resort to the power of the purse if he can’t get satisfactory answers on warrantless domestic eavesdropping program.
Defense
Homeland Security chief proposes screening of customer data
Suggestion could be viewed as “anti-privacy,” Michael Chertoff acknowledges.
Management
AFGE takes vote of ‘no confidence’ in Defense leadership
Union officials say Pentagon should abandon contested labor relations plan and collaborate on new measures.
Defense
Former White House staffer named to head DHS policy committee
The 28-year-old appointee may join list of inexperienced, but well-connected, homeland security picks.
Defense
Homeland Security grapples with management vacancies
Several senior management positions are open, notably ones critical to disaster response and terrorism prevention.
Tech
Survey: Agency programs to protect privacy inadequate
Interviews with members of the federal IT community indicate agencies are focusing on cyber security while privacy programs slip through the cracks.
Defense
Maritime security measure gathers bipartisan support
Bill would require $400 million to be reserved annually for port security grants, an approach that diverges from the one favored by DHS.
Defense
New panel to begin in-depth review of military reserves
Preliminary report to be released in June will brief congressional committees on equipment shortages, troop strength and other issues.
Defense
New IT budget figures still show big boost for DHS
Homeland Security’s proposed technology budget for next year emphasizes border and transportation security programs.
Oversight
Looking Toward 2008
The upcoming presidential campaign will be the first since 1928 that doesn’t feature a sitting president or vice president.
Defense
Agencies may have trouble meeting ID card deadline, GAO says
Challenges include testing and acquisition of commercial cards and card readers within required timeframe.
News
Supplemental bill contains less than requested for Gulf Coast
Reductions would be in funds for shipbuilding, repairs to military facilities and housing vouchers.
Defense