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Online Update: Bush Orders Contractors to Verify Employees' Immigration Status
President Bush has ordered federal contractors to verify the immigration status of all employees who work on most future contracts.

Black Chamber, Alaska 8(a)’s Make Peace
After years of fighting, the Black Chamber of Commerce has signed a memorandum of understanding with the National 8(a) Association, which represents many Alaska Native firms.

SBA Outlines Plans for Size Standards Review
SBA officials are debating how dramatically they should change size standards in their current review.

Higher Net Worth Limit Sought
A leading trade group is urging Congress to double the $750,000 net-worth limit for owners of 8(a) and other small disadvantaged businesses.

Obama, McCain Co-Sponsor Transparency Legislation
Senators John McCain and Barack Obama agree: the text of federal contracts should be publicly available online.

Senate Defense Bill Includes Contracting Changes
The Senate may consider its version of the Defense Authorization Act at any time. It includes a number of provisions related to contractors.

New Controls For Interagency Contracting
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy has issued new guidance for the use of interagency contracts such as GSA schedules and governmentwide acquisition contracts.

Does Your Accounting System Measure Up?
It is essential to establish a comprehensive accounting and compliance system that integrates financial accounting with government contract management.




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