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How to further strengthen the Defense Production Act
It is essential to keep DPA focused exclusively on defense and national security issues, in particular threats from our pacing competitor, China.
By Jerry McGinn
VA to ease benefits rules for vets exposed to Agent Orange in the US
The move follows several years of expanded benefits for veterans who suffered toxic exposure injuries while in the military.
Biden unveils $5 billion commitment for computer chip R&D
The National Semiconductor Technology Center is being funded through the CHIPS and Science Act.
By Josh Boak
Opinion
Adopt a treaty for semiconductor export control
The absence of a robust global semiconductor export control regime leaves the United States vulnerable in the technological race.
By André Brunel
VA eyes more medical care for vets with toxic exposure issues
Officials will speed up portions of the PACT Act to allow enrollment of thousands of veterans into VA health care next month.
AI companies to start safety test reports under Defense Production Act
The Biden administration also is looking at congressional legislation and working with other countries and the EU on rules for managing the technology.
By Josh Boak
Veterans Health Administration HR staff to see 15% pay hike this week
The department is continuing to look for ways to reduce how long it takes to get employees onboarded and keep turnover at bay.
Congress approves Space Force part-timers, but still no Space Guard
A new Space Force structure approved in the 2024 defense policy law may create more flexibility for troops.
Opinion
How to prepare for increased oversight of cybersecurity
Cyber risk management at federal agencies driven from the top is becoming more pressing as the U.S. enters an era of near-peer competition with Chin
By Kris Lovejoy