Defense
Security agency doubled procurement spending in four years
Senior executive says National Security Agency is likely to double classified spending again by decade’s end.
Management
Congressional study finds increase in noncompetitive contracts
Research by Democrats shows such pacts are on the upswing, but procurement experts say the trend is not necessarily unexpected.
Management
GAO recommends consolidation of food safety system
Watchdog agency finds gaps in FDA and Agriculture Department system, and advises change.
Defense
Accenture wins $10 billion US VISIT contract
House Democrat calls for increased congressional oversight of the project to track foreign visitors to the United States.
Defense
Senate prepares to battle 'Buy American' Defense provisions
Administration support for the Senate bill would strengthen that chamber's position in a fight over House language on industrial base protections and arms export restrictions.
Defense
Homeland security agencies, military mobilize for G8 summit
Federal agencies unveil protection and surveillance plans, but questions linger over whether homeland security roles are clear enough.
Management
Management, benefits bills on the agenda
House, Senate committees will take up legislation this week to overhaul the Postal Service, eliminate TSP open seasons and boost whistleblower protections.
Defense
Threat warning creates confusion over homeland security roles
House Homeland Security Committee may hold hearings on how agencies issue threat warnings.
Defense
House panel schedules markup of Homeland Security bill
Committee will take up the first-ever authorization of the Homeland Security Department.
Defense
The Fallen: A profile of U.S. troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan
Memorial Day is an appropriate moment to pause and take notice of those who have paid the ultimate price.
Management
Park Service retirees criticize agency’s handling of limited funds
Agency insists it is dealing with budget challenges effectively.
Management
Union must stop voter registration drives in federal offices
Office of Special Counsel decision is politically motivated, says American Federation of Government Employees.
Management
EEOC moves forward with plan to expedite cases
Move would affect Washington field office; union official cries foul and prepares to fight back.
Pay & Benefits
OPM focuses on emergency planning to push telework efforts
OPM officials try to educate federal managers on role telework can play in ensuring continuous operations.
Management