Digital Government

Most Hill Panels Refrain From Launching Passport Probes

Barring unexpected revelations from an investigation by the State Department's inspector general, an agency official believes department managers "have seen the end of this."

Digital Government

Government Reform panel passes contractor database bill

A bill to set up a public database on federal contractor performance and misconduct won panel approval Thursday despite Republican concerns the measure could allow unfair attacks on contractors as well as end up barring large companies from receiving government contracts.

Digital Government

Telework measure clears subcommittee

The House Oversight and Government Reform Federal Workforce Subcommittee passed legislation aimed at increasing chances for federal employees to telecommute.