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Air Force wants $150 million for Space Force software pilot in 2021

The Air Force is staying on brand with its 2021 budget request for $150 million for a software and digital technology pilot program for the new Space Force.

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Why feds shouldn't fear GitHub

Agencies shouldn't be afraid to leverage open-source tools like GitHub during software development, a USCIS IT official said.

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FCW Insider: Feb. 21

The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.

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One-Third of U.S. Residents Suspicious of Census, Survey Finds

As the political stakes become clearer, more states are trying to motivate residents to participate in the census this spring.

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FCW Insider: Feb. 20

The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.

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One Month Out, Watchdog Warns About Census IT and Cybersecurity Challenges

The Census Bureau this month switched the internet response system that respondents will use to complete the 2020 census questionnaire. The last-minute change worries the Government Accountability Office.

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DHS to Waive Contracting Regulations to Speed Up Border Wall Construction

Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is using a 2005 law to override certain requirements.

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How to present data to an audience

Steve Kelman shares some tips for keeping a data-driven message compelling, not confusing.

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FCW Insider: Feb. 19

The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.

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Indian Health Service CIO Gets Ready to Update One of Government’s Oldest Systems

As chief information officer of the Indian Health Service, Mitchell Thornbrugh will play a critical role as the agency updates from a system that first debuted in 1969.

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FCW Insider: Feb. 18

The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.

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Trump's Federal Personnel Point Person to Step Down

Margaret Weichert will leave the White House after nearly three years of pushing an aggressive agenda.

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DDM Weichert to exit government

The federal government's top management official is leaving the Office of Management and Budget for a job in the private sector.

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Gillibrand bill would create new data protection agency

The independent agency would be charged with coordinating federal policy on privacy, process complaints from consumers and launch investigations and audits. 

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FCW Insider: Feb. 14

The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.

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