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FCC asked to investigate agencies' video news releases
Clips of videos created by federal agencies have been broadcast frequently on local news programs without reference to the fact that they were produced by the government.
News
FCC Chairman Powell announces resignation
His four-year term was dominated by deregulation and indecency debates.
News
FCC commissioner seeks disclosure of government-paid journalists
Communications laws barring "payola" to radio stations also covers journalists, says Jonathan Adelstein.
Tech
Veterans Affairs spurs smart-card growth
"OneVA" card complies with a recent presidential directive requiring agencies to use a single smart card with the best technology available.
Tech
Tech-related programs receive funding in omnibus bill
Some receive lower appropriations than sought by industry.
Tech
Database firm rejects TSA's pre-screening approach
ChoicePoint CEO Derek Smith says the airline passenger pre-screening system in development is too much like the controversial Terrorism Information Awareness data-mining project.
