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OPM to modify senior executive selection process 01/15/09

Move comes after successful run of a pilot project that did away with lengthy application narratives.

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• New Pentagon rule tightens revolving door 01/15/09 Any official involved in a big acquisition program will need written approval from an ethics officer to take a job with a contractor.
• Stimulus package contains billions of dollars for federal agencies 01/15/09 Most investment would go to improve facilities and other infrastructure.

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• Nominee expects few changes to fiscal 2010 budget request 01/15/09 Deputy Defense hopeful says review will be limited in scope, addressing key initiatives including quality of life programs and selected acquisition programs.
• From Nextgov.com: Congress gives electronic health records big boost 01/15/09 House stimulus package includes $20 billion for medical records, while health professionals tout benefits and savings at Senate hearing.

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• New Arctic policy has big implications for agencies 01/15/09
• Homeland Security pick cites need to help state, local governments 01/15/09
• Navy picks Florida for carrier, leaving Virginia in wake 01/15/09

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• Senate votes to allow release of TARP funds 01/15/09
• Orszag promises scrutiny of stimulus spending but stalls on tighter rules 01/15/09
• Undergraduates cite government as a top career 01/14/09
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"Acquisition reform is not an option. It is an imperative."

William Lynn, Obama's choice for the no. 2 civilian slot at the Pentagon, during his confirmation hearing on Thursday.

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