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Defense
Lawmakers seek to overhaul postwar reconstruction efforts
With the prospects of U.S. soldiers languishing in Iraq for years, some lawmakers are calling for better planning of federal agencies' involvement in future reconstruction efforts.
Defense
Senator seeks flexibility for first responders
The "one-size-fits-all" approach to awarding homeland security grants to state and local governments is not working and needs to be changed, according to the chairwoman of the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee.
Defense
Reserves strained by war demands, lawmakers say
Members of the National Guard and Reserves—juggling their new missions in the fight against global terrorism and a possible war with Iraq with their traditional duties—could start bailing out unless relief is provided, according to a congressional delegation that recently traveled to Europe.
News
Panel bars delinquent taxpayers from federal contracts
Panel bars delinquent taxpayers from federal contracts
