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Health Risks From Full-Body X-Ray Security Systems ‘Miniscule,’ FDA, TSA Say

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Friday, November 12th, 2010

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By Calvin Biesecker The health risks to individuals screened by X-ray-based imaging systems that are being used to screen people for concealed threats in some airports in the United States and internationally are "miniscule," according to a joint letter from Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials who responded to a request from the White House science adviser to describe the safety of the machines. "There are numerous publications regarding the biological effects of radiation and…

Congress

Trump Wants Second Reconciliation Bill On His Desk By June 1

President Donald Trump on Wednesday called on Congress to pass and send a second reconciliation bill to his desk by June 1. The deadline follows congressional Republicans’ backing a pursuit […]

Space

Upgrading Current GPS Ground System “Now a Viable Option,” As GPS OCX Problems Continue, Space Official Says

Upgrades to the GPS ground system–the Architecture Evolution Plan (AEP)–is an option under consideration by the Defense Department’s space acquisition chief, as problems continue in fielding the GPS Next Generation […]

Congress

Graham Says GOP To Move Ahead On Second Reconciliation Bill, With Defense Funds As Priority

Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Wednesday, with the White House’s backing, his panel will move “expeditiously” on crafting a second reconciliation bill, citing priorities for defense and […]

Pentagon

Hegseth Acknowledges Potential $200 Billion Iran Supplemental Request, Final Figure ‘Could Move’

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday acknowledged the Pentagon could potentially ask Congress for $200 billion in supplemental funding to support the ongoing operation against Iran and replenish munitions used […]