Agency Oversight
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In today's Federal Newscast: GAO is preparing a first-of-its-kind estimate of the total amount of fraud across all federal programs. DoD health care providers expand their use of electronic health records. And GAO says FEMA needs stronger oversight of public-private partnerships.
February 09, 2023 -
The IRS is recruiting outside tax experts to help the agency determine whether it should create a platform that would allow taxpayers to submit electronically filed tax returns directly to the agency.
February 09, 2023 -
In today's Federal Newscast: Agencies are dragging their feet on some critical cybersecurity recommendations. GSA is expanding its data reporting initiative. And MREs of the future could be made from nothing more than water, air and energy.
February 08, 2023 -
The Defense Department is telling its acquisition people to use what's known as category management to expand the use of small business. But for years, small business has argued that category management actually limits the number of vendors who can sell to government.
February 07, 2023 -
After a years of trying different ways to centralize Pentagon management, DoD kicks off Defense Management Institute.
February 07, 2023 -
In today's Federal Newscast: Child care for DoD employees is good, but costs too much and is in short supply. A new bill could change how COLAs are calculated for federal retirees. And if you're violating certain federal civil statutes or regulations, get ready to pay higher penalties.
February 06, 2023 -
A partisan divide between the White House and Congress could have big repercussions for the career federal workforce. Here’s what agency leaders can do to prepare.
February 03, 2023 -
The Biden administration is giving agencies several common targets to improve customer experience in government.
February 02, 2023 -
The Air Force has long had the job of providing close air support for Army and Marine Corps ground troops. Its what made the A-10 attack fighter such a beloved instrument. The F-35 is supposed to replace the A-10 in that role.
February 02, 2023 -
Agency inspectors general have already flagged tens of billions of dollars in suspected fraud, and efforts are underway to recover some improper payments.
February 01, 2023 -
The Automated Commercial Environment is an old system operated by Customs and Border Protection. It supports the movement and fees collection of ship cargo moving in and out of the United States.
January 31, 2023 -
The federal government provides systems that citizens across our nation rely on daily, especially during some of the most crucial moments in their lives.
January 31, 2023 -
In today's Federal Newscast, a pandemic watchdog flags billions of dollars in potential fraud from programs offered by the Small Business Administration.
January 31, 2023 -
CISA's new office is looking to move beyond guidance and policies to help agencies move out on security their IT supply chains.
January 30, 2023 -
For the FDA, as for so many agencies, information technology is a big-ticket expenditure. The Health and Human Services inspector general examined FDA contracting officers dealing with one large deal, and found a few things to tighten up.
January 30, 2023