Tech
Panel clears House bill on federal computer donations
Legislation directs agencies to give excess electronic equipment to educational organizations.
Defense
GAO: Military gear for sale on Web poses security risk
Agents found parts for body armor, F-14 components and other military items for sale on eBay and other Web commerce sites.
Oversight
Republicans seek probe of alleged lobbying by EPA officials
Request is the latest salvo in dispute between agency chief Stephen Johnson and career staff over California waiver.
Defense
Much-derided overseas contracting loophole to be closed
OMB says the exemption was included in draft regulations because they were based on a decades-old Defense Department rule.
Oversight
Senator pushes alternative to full CRS report access
Bill would allow senators to choose whether to make reports from the Congressional Research Service public.
Oversight
Most panels refrain from launching passport probes
State Department's response to the issue appears to have at least temporarily headed off inquiries from other committees.
Defense
Federal grand jury in special Iraq IG probe hears more witnesses
Investigation remains focused on allegations that Stuart Bowen and his deputy illegally read staff's e-mails.
Oversight
Government Reform panel passes contractor database bill
Republican committee members voice concern that the measure could allow unfair attacks on companies.
Oversight
Panel targets GAO pay system
Performance-based approach was a hallmark of David Walker's tenure as head of the agency.
Oversight
Subcommittee moves contractor accountability measures
Bill would require GSA to create a list of completed criminal, civil and administrative proceedings involving federal contractors.
Oversight
Concern raised over Census bid to ease security checks on temp workers
Lawmakers worried that bureau will have to revert to using paper questionnaires for 2010 Census.
Defense
Democrats pledge to raise issue of Iraq waste, mismanagement
Senate appropriators suggested they would use the information to fight Bush's $102.5 billion supplemental request for the war.
Defense
Senator condemns Army response to unsafe water in Iraq
A March 7 inspector general report says former Halliburton subsidiary did not follow Army standards on water quality.
Oversight
Public mandates, market pressures squeeze Postal Service
Agency expects to lose more than $1 billion this year.
Defense
More records behind no-bid contract sought by House committee
Oversight committee continues to probe $39 million no-bid contract Homeland Security awarded for electricity grid in New York City.
Pay & Benefits
Telework measure clears workforce subcommittee
Bill requires that all agencies create telework polices and develop programs to train managers and employees to take advantage of teleworking opportunities.
Oversight
Panel prepares to move bill to bolster False Claims Act
Move would have significant effect on federal contractors, whistleblowers and trial lawyers.
Oversight
Grand jury in probe of Iraq reconstruction watchdog issues subpoenas
At least three former senior agency officials subpoenaed in investigation of alleged misconduct by Stuart Bowen.
Oversight
Oversight committee chairman says EPA proposal threatens air quality at parks
Rule would allow consideration of emissions rates from proposed power plants on an average annual basis.
Oversight
Administration defends proposed FOIA change
Senators say effort to move an oversight office from the National Archives to the Justice Department is an attempt to undo recent legislation.
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