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Lines of business predicted to survive
The initiatives have proven useful in meeting government needs and are likely to continue after the new president takes office next year, analysis firm says.
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Greenhouse gas registry proposed
Legislation would require EPA to track emissions and publish data online.
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Census getting back on course, lawmakers told
Observers say cost still uncertain, but agency is making headway on program and contract management.
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Lawmakers urge adoption of electronic medical records
Language from a number of proposals has been incorporated into an expansive draft bill being worked on by the House Energy and Commerce chairman and others.
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Cooperative purchasing bill close to becoming law
Senate approves measure to open GSA's law enforcement and security-based Schedule 84 to state and local governments.
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FDA asks for $65 million to better track food contamination
Increase in fiscal 2009 IT budget also would help trace adverse effects from medical devices.
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Rep. Wolf warns of Chinese cyber-espionage attempts
Congressman's makes floor speech after learning from the FBI that several of his office workstations were infiltrated by Chinese operatives.
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GSA proposes mentor/protégé program
The program would team new, small businesses with experienced contractors, giving the small players business guidance and other aid.
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Dems cool to proposals to expand E-Verify program
Lawmakers cite concerns that an expansion could create a giant database of personal information on all Americans and impose burdens on small businesses.
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GSA official urges passage of cooperative purchasing bill for security
Opening federal security contracts to state and local governments would save money and provide faster services.
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Presidential transition guide offers advice
The 66-page document is a compilation of the policies and procedures that apply during a presidential transition.
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