People
Sen. Tom Carper: An IT champion by necessity
Carper's interest in IT is driven by concerns about government efficiency.
Digital Government
Obama explains the pay freeze
At the White House's Twitter Town Hall, President Barack Obama said he imposed the two-year federal pay freeze to prevent layoffs. But are targeted reductions in the federal workforce worth considering?
People
The challenges of including contractors in the federal workforce size debate
It won't be easy for Congress to count and possibly cut the number of contract employees -- for a variety of reasons.
Acquisition
Congress stretches deadline for DOD task order protests; civilian jurisdiction unclear
A new Federal Register notice on a new acquisition rule regarding task-order protests has reignited the debate on jurisdiction over civilian protests.
Digital Government
Minn. government shutdown could predict future for feds
When Minnesota lawmakers couldn't reach a budget compromise, the state government shut down, and now its employees are paying the price. Are federal workers destined to face a similar fate?
Digital Government
Senate bill would up ante for tax e-filing, target delinquent contractors
The measure, introduced by Sen. Tom Carper, builds on similar legislation introduced last year.
Digital Government
Consumers to government: Protect us online
Two-thirds of consumers polled wanted the government to ensure they have privacy online, a survey finds.
People
US must reform taxes, education to regain edge, officials say
Reforms in tax structure, education and immigration policy are central to restoring America's leadership in innovation, officials say.
Digital Government
Feeling TSA workers' pain
The headline on the press release screams in bold letters: "Big Labor Captures Airport Screeners."
People
House panel approves transparency bill
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has approved legislation that would reform how federal spending is reported to the public.
Acquisition
Congressman wants to halt insourcing
Republican congressman, expressing concern for small businesses, urges a moratorium on returning formerly contracted work to the government.
Digital Government
White House throws some cybersecurity policy control to Congress
Officials want fast implementation of eventual cybersecurity legislation.
People
Warner introduces Senate version of spending tracking bill
Legislation sponsored by Virginia Democrat Mark Warner to set up a single Web-based platform to track federal spending is the Senate companion to a bill introduced by Rep. Darell Issa (R-Calif.), chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
Acquisition
Senators try to block politics from procurement
A Senate committee has approved legislation that would bar any rule to force companies that bid on federal contracts to report who they supported with political contributions.
People
Weiner resigns from Congress
After facing political pressure, Rep. Anthony Weiner resigned from Congress today.
Digital Government
Legislation would limit government tracking of mobile devices
A measure seeks to clarify when the government can intercept location data coming from mobile devices that include cell phones, Wi-Fi-equipped laptops and vehicle navigation units.
Digital Government
Will Weinergate put Congress off Twitter?
Congressional use of Twitter dropped after the Anthony Weiner scandal went public.
Digital Government
10 lessons to pull back the veil on government spending
The Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board oversaw the spending and tracking of money from the 2010 economic stimulus law, and it impressed many people inside government and outside. Now, it's the model for the future.
People
Rep. Issa tries oversight on recovery board model
A House bill would shift the USASpending.gov website's functions to a new online database, along with more detailed reports from groups and companies that receive government money.
Cybersecurity