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Senators frustrated by FAA nominee's lack of specifics about delayed safety provisions

Acting administrator Michael Huerta had few answers for members of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee concerning the FAA's lack of progress on pilot training and safety regulations. Huerta said the final directive is expected to be out by October 2013. He also said the NextGen system is making progress and establishing important baselines.

Tags: management , FAA , Michael Huerta , Keith BieryGolick , Jared Serbu , Congress , NextGen , Air Transportation System , Frank Lautenberg , Senate Commerce , Science and Transportation Commi , whistleblower , OSC

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New office to lead secure transactions initiative

White House Cybersecurity Coordinator Howard Schmidt announced the formation of the National Program Office to manage the administration's plan to enhance security in cyberspace. The new office will align government standards with industry innovation to create a safer online environment.

Tags: technology , cybersecurity , Howard Schmidt , Gary Locke , NSTIC , Department of Commerce , Barbara Mikulski , Meg Beasley

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