Digital Government
Census dinged by IG for canvassing error rate
A recent Department of Commerce inspector general report raises questions about the quality control procedures for an in-office component of the Census Bureau's address canvassing operation.
Digital Government
Will states' ACA tech be ready for November open enrollment?
The Government Accountability Office warns that the federal government may have limited visibility into state marketplace systems.
People
How much will federal pension cuts save?
President Trump's 2018 budget proposal includes billions in savings from cuts to federal employee retirement benefits. Does the math work?
Digital Government
Smarter regulation through data science
How analytics offers a low-cost alternative to regulation when it comes to monitoring risks to the financial system.
Cybersecurity
Can reorg plans get agencies off the high-risk list?
As agencies continue preparations to submit their reorganization plans, many also have to reckon with their places on the Government Accountability Office's high-risk list.
People
Oversight chairs probe political activities of feds
The chairs of two congressional oversight committees want answers about agencies' policies on granting unpaid leave requests to employees for campaign activity.
Digital Government
Watchdog dings DHS data efforts
The Department of Homeland Security needs to do a better job implementing its data strategy, says the agency's inspector general.
People
OMB needs to raise its streamlining game, GAO says
The congressional watchdog finds that the Office of Mangagement and Budget has not been keeping up with reporting requirements.
Digital Government
Election officials: 'We are going to need more assistance'
At the Election Assistance Committee's latest meeting, officials warn of "enlightening and frightening" planning exercises and a need for additional funding.
Cybersecurity
DOT watchdog finds flaws in IT working capital spend
An oversight report criticizes the Transportation Department's administration of an IT working capital fund.
Digital Government
VA's legacy systems aren't ready for the Data Act
A just-released oversight report reveals that the legacy systems at the Department of Veterans Affairs aren't ready to support many Data Act requirements.
Digital Government
Why tracking government spending on Trump-owned businesses is hard
Hill Democrats want answers on federal spending at Trump-owned businesses, but agencies might have a tough time supplying hard numbers.
Digital Government
IGs build one-stop shop for oversight
A new website will give the public access to inspector general reports and records across federal government.
Cybersecurity
Years after breach, OPM still shows infosec weakness
A congressional watchdog reports that while OPM has addressed some past information security recommendations, vulnerabilities persist.
Acquisition
Why the FBI relo went off the rails
The government burned tens of millions of dollars on a stalled effort to move the FBI out of its downtown D.C. headquarters.
Cybersecurity
GAO: Keeping NSA and CYBERCOM Together Makes Hacking Tool Leaks More Likely
The release of high-value NSA hacking tools in recent month sparked widespread concern about how securely those tools are stored.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers seek answers on agencies' use of Kaspersky tech
A House committee is asking federal agencies to turn over any records related to their use of software from a company suspected of having ties to the Kremlin.
Digital Government
Why OMB needs to lead on reducing federal SSN use
The government's effort to reduce its reliance on social security numbers lacks central guidance, according to a recent oversight report.
Digital Government
DOD risks 'rogue' apps under current IoT policy
A new GAO report called for the DOD to strengthen its policies and guidance for connected devices.
Cybersecurity
DOD Needs to Lock Down Smart TVs to Prevent Surveillance, Watchdog Says
The Defense Department needs to step security of connected devices, according to a recent report.
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