Defense
Freshman Democrats include anti-terrorism expert
Addition of members with military credentials could give Democrats added clout during anticipated floor debates on the war in Iraq.
Management
Groups push to advance package of Army Corps projects
Bill held up in conference committee negotiations; Senate version has stricter criteria for independent reviews of projects.
Management
Aviation groups take different routes to reauthorization
Central issue is whether to restructure how much each aviation sector pays the federal government.
News
Recess appointment possible for mine safety nominee
West Virginia senator has placed a hold on the nomination because of concerns over nominee's safety record.
Management
Lawmakers take Interior Department to task on royalty position
Minerals Management Service official argues department lacks the clout to recoup omitted royalty payments worth billions.
Management
Senate joins debate over snowmobile use at Yellowstone
The rules governing snowmobile use at Yellowstone have prompted frequent legal challenges.
News
Senate sends back Bush mine safety, air quality nominees
Other nominations returned include Tracy Henke to be executive director of the office of state and local government coordination and preparedness at DHS.
Management
Report: EPA implementation of air toxics program inadequate
Program has been a lower priority for the agency than other air quality efforts, GAO says.
Management
House to vote on bill reviving FAA-union negotiations
Legislation would need approval of two-thirds of members to pass.
News
Senators seek more funds for federal aviation programs
Lawmaker questions whether FAA will be able to hire enough air traffic controllers to replace those who are expected to retire soon.
Defense
Chertoff wants flexibility in managing chemical plant safety
Homeland Security chief encourages ranking facilities based on risk levels.
Defense
House lawmakers introduce port security bill
Legislation would provide about $800 million annually for maritime security and set new requirements for DHS.
News
Interior looks at options for expanding offshore drilling
Department proposal seeks to avoid interference with military training and testing.
News
Critics say budget fails to match energy bill priorities
Bush’s request is 23 percent short of the amount allotted for research and development in measure enacted last August.
News
West Virginia lawmakers prepare mine safety bill
Measure could include language establishing a federal rapid response team to assist local rescue workers.
Management
Senators say mine safety agency needs more money
Last year’s 1 percent across-the-board spending cut left the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s budget $2.8 million below Bush’s request.
News
Panel to hold hearings on federal role in mine disaster
Senator says "there are tough questions to be asked" of Mine Safety and Health Administration.
Defense
Rumsfeld: Gulf oil, gas exploration could disrupt military activities
Expanded production could impede missile flights, low-flying drone aircraft, weapons testing and training, Defense secretary says.
News
GOP senators wary of provision on federal land sales
House language would amend 1872 Mining Act to allow federal government to sell land for mining without receiving royalties from what is mined.
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