Defense
Hearing on protections for national security whistleblowers postponed
Advocacy groups criticize witness list for the hearing, which has been delayed until January.
Defense
Efforts to boost air marshal service fall short, GAO finds
Homeland Security has yet to expand training, career opportunities for marshals, according to a new report.
Defense
National security whistleblowers boycott upcoming hearing
Subcommittee defends proposed witness list, which includes inspectors general and a former FBI agent.
Defense
Lawmakers seek more disaster relief contracts for small businesses
Bill would require DHS to create a new database of small, disadvantaged companies available for recovery work.
Defense
Tech projects listed among Justice’s top management challenges
Upgrading and integrating IT systems remains a hurdle, IG says.
Defense
Hurricanes have little influence on citizen preparedness, report finds
DHS considers placing disparate citizen preparedness efforts under single roof.
Defense
House panel backs bill to tighten border security
Critics fault legislation for failing to require merger of ICE and CBP.
Defense
Homeland Security, IG dispute impact of merging agencies
Lawmaker says he expects bill combining ICE and CBP to be introduced this week.
Management
OPM drops terrorist-screening rule for federal charity drive
Participating organizations no longer required to check employees against government watch lists.
Defense
Homeland Security, IG battle over proposed merger
Dueling arguments unveiled in IG report recommending that immigration and customs-related units be combined.
Defense
Senators to weigh suggested merger of homeland security agencies
Chair of key committee says DHS must make 'significant changes.'
Management
SBA launches program to expedite loans for small Gulf Coast firms
Move comes amid mounting criticism that agencies are failing to involve small businesses in reconstruction.
Defense
Audit finds gaps in FEMA’s database security
Lapses leave sensitive emergency preparedness information vulnerable, inspector general says.
Defense
DHS releases draft infrastructure protection plan
Public has until Dec. 5 to submit comments.
Defense
Homeland Security unveils unified border control strategy
Initiative includes increased staffing, strengthened interior enforcement and greater investment in detection technology.
Defense
Lawmakers threaten subpoenas for Katrina-related documents
New e-mails shed light on ex-FEMA director Michael Brown’s actions after the hurricane hit--including a plea from his press secretary that he roll up his sleeves for the TV cameras.
Defense
TSA aims to clarify federal security directors' role in emergencies
Updated guidance will address concerns about need for better coordination, delineation of responsibilities.
Defense
Defense official cites procedural flaws in Katrina response
Pentagon did not wait to follow the National Response Plan, official testifies.
Defense
Homeland Security implements rule on digitized passport photos
Requirement under Visa Waiver Program to be followed next year with one for biometric chips.
Defense
Homeland Security to expand biometric visitor tracking system
Critics say administration is moving too slowly on other border security initiatives.
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