People
Administration provides shutdown details: What you can expect
Although President Barack Obama has repeatedly denounced a government shutdown in recent weeks, officials in his administration say they are cognizant that funding for the government expires April 8 and contingency plans are being prepared.
People
Shutdown Watch: Employee furlough FAQ; GOP says 'no deal' on budget
Obama, lawmakers try to hammer out budget; shutdown clock still ticking.
Digital Government
Bill would keep government running for another week
House Republicans introduced another short-term funding measure April 4 to prevent the government from shutting down for at least another week, but President Barack Obama says he opposes further stopgap bills.
People
Shutdown Watch: Agencies consider furloughs; Obama to meet with lawmakers
Some agencies could furlough employees without a shutdown; Obama to try to broker budget deal; and other shutdown news.
Digital Government
Senators want to reduce number of confirmations
A group of senators wants to reduce the number of nominations that require full Senate confirmation.
Digital Government
Shhh, don't talk about your shutdown plans
The Obama administration has reportedly instructed federal agencies not to share their shutdown plans with Congress or the public.
Digital Government
OK, now let's hear it from the man himself
Last week, we pointed you to a website created just for you. Here's another invitation from the top.
People
Data.gov highlights radiation monitoring and earthquake data
Data.gov is highlighting its repository of near-real time earthquake and nuclear radiation monitoring data.
Digital Government
Facebook may hire Robert Gibbs, former White House press secretary
Facebook is reported to be negotiating with Robert Gibbs, former White House press secretary, for a top communications position, the New York Times reported today.
Digital Government
Shutdown clock ticks toward April 8 deadline
Still far from a compromise on the federal budget, the White House and Democratic lawmakers are assembling a proposal for an additional $20 billion in spending cuts in addition to the $10 billion that Congress has already enacted. But Republicans are seeking to cut $60 billion.
People
Federal CIO Kundra cites progress on IT reform plan
The Interior Department has elevated the role of its CIO and other agencies are likely to follow in coming months, Federal CIO Vivek Kundra said.
People
DOJ, agencies get mixed reviews on FOIA
Two separate reports have contrasting views of progress on transparency in federal agencies based on their responsiveness to Freedom of Information Act requests.
Digital Government
NTIA's Daniel Weitzner expected to be named US Deputy CTO for Internet policy
The White House is expected to announce the appointment of Commerce Department official Daniel Weitzner as the deputy CTO for Internet policy.
People
Transparency advances slowed by data problems, groups say
White House and federal agency efforts to improve transparency are being hampered by data and reporting problems, according to testimony at a House hearing today.
Digital Government
Congress tries again to prevent government shutdown
House Republicans today introduced a second short-term funding extension to prevent a government shutdown while lawmakers continue to negotiate a plan to keep the government operating this fiscal year.
Digital Government
Recharging the CIO
As the Obama administration looks for more from CIOs, experts discuss the authorities and skills CIOs must have to be successful.
Digital Government