Watchdogs Testify Before HSGAC on IG Legislation
Three Inspector Generals (IG) testified before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) on October 21, 2021. The hearing focused on two Inspectors General reform bills the committee is considering, IG Testimonial Subpoena Authority Act and the IG Independence and Empowerment Act.
Senate HSGAC Advances MSPB Nominees, Cybersecurity Bills, to Full Senate
On October 6, 2021, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) approved three nominees to restore a quorum on the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). The decision to confirm the Biden Administration’s nominees, Cathy Ann Harris, Tristan Leavitt, and Raymond Limon, now advances to the full Senate.
Senate Homeland Security Committee Advances Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Bills
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs held a business meeting last week to advance several legislative items collectively intended to bolster cybersecurity in the U.S. and promote supply chain modernization.