Government On-Line 2006: “This report documents the achievements of the Government On-Line initiative over six years, from 1999 to 2006. It tells of its challenges, its groundbreaking journey, and its legacy for future initiatives. Thanks to the efforts of 34 federal Departments and Agencies, you may now obtain on-line the 130 most commonly used services… Continue Reading
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Monthly Archives: March 2006
Demands for Release of Commerce Report on Outsouring of Jobs Overseas
ComputerWorld reports, “Democrats on the U.S. House Science Committee are demanding that the U.S. Department of Commerce release the complete version of a study that examined the impact of globalization and offshoring on U.S. jobs. The $335,000 report, originally produced in 2004, didnt surface until last fall — and then only as a 12-page summary… Continue Reading
Collection of State Dept. Cables from 1973-1974 Now Searchable Online
From the National Archives: Central Foreign Policy Files, 1973-1974: This series, popularly known as the “State Department Cables” or the “State Department Telegrams”, consist of telegrams, and an index to airgrams, memoranda, correspondence, reports, diplomatic notes, and related material. The 1973 and 1974 digital and fully releasable permanent portion of this series is now accessible… Continue Reading
Library Journal’s 2006 Movers & Shakers
The March 15, 2006 issue of Library Journal included a special supplement, Movers & Shakers 2006 – The People Shaping the Future of Libraries. I am honored and delighted to be included in this diverse group of professionals, all of whose work I respect and admire. I was recognized in the Innovators category, for my… Continue Reading
Diverse Group of Local, State, Federal E-Gov’t Programs Recognized for Excellence
Press release: “The Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government – in cooperation with the Council for Excellence in Government – today announced the Top 50 Government Innovations for 2006…Exemplifying the most innovative, creative and results-oriented efforts in government today, these programs are making a real… Continue Reading
ACLU Announces Representation of ISP Targeted By National Security Letter
The ACLU posted a copy of an abridged legal statement from a second individual identified as a target of a National Security Letter, by which the FBI concurrently gags the recipient and his/her counsel while requiring the provision of demanded documentation. Continue Reading
Advocacy Group Releases Badware Reports
“Thousands of visitors to StopBadware.org have shared their badware experiences with us since we launched. From their stories, we’ve identified and tested four applications that contain annoying or objectionable behaviors. To find out what we think of Kazaa, MediaPipe, SpyAxe, and Screensaver.com, read our reports (all in PDF):” Kazaa Mediapipe SpyAxe Waterfalls 3 “Before we… Continue Reading
Report Finds Significant Restrictions to Formulary Drug Access for Seniors
Press release: “Rep. Waxman releases a new report finding that 97% of plans restrict access to important drugs on their formularies through the use of prior authorization, step-therapy, and quantity limits. A telephone survey of the plans finds that they fail to adequately inform seniors of these restrictions, often providing information that is conflicting or… Continue Reading
GAO Reports on Delay of Truck Armor Installation for Iraq War Operations
Defense Logistics: Several Factors Limited the Production and Installation of Army Truck Armor During Current Wartime Operations, March 22, 2006 (69 pages, PDF) Continue Reading
IRS Plan to Allow Sale of Taxpayer Data Causes Outcry
Press release, March 22, 2006: “Following press accounts that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is considering altering privacy protections that would allow tax preparers greater freedom to sell taxpayers’ personal financial information, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) today wrote to IRS Commissioner Mark W. Everson expressing concern over the agencys proposals.” Related references: [Federal Register:… Continue Reading
New Budget Slashes Funds for Clean Air and Water, Conservation Efforts
From the House Budget Committee Democratic staff – Environmental Funding Slashed in the President’s 2007 Budget: Budget in Brief #7 – March 23, 2006 (3 pages, PDF). Continue Reading
GAO Reports on HHS and CMS Info Security Vulnerabilities
Information Security: Department of Health and Human Services Needs to Fully Implement Its Program, Full Report, GAO-06-267 and Highlights, February 24, 2006. “HHS and CMS have significant weaknesses in controls designed to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their sensitive information and information systems. HHS computer networks and systems have numerous electronic access control… Continue Reading
