House and Senate reach deal on DOD weapons

Courtesy Newsvine - business  Tue, 05/19/2009 - 15:57

House and Senate negotiators, responding to a sense of urgency conveyed by President Barack Obama, reached quick agreement Tuesday on legislation to tighten controls over how the Pentagon purchases and develops weapons systems.


 

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