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As Heidi Says On "Project Runway," Auf Wiedersehen

February 29, 2008

It looks like there are going to be quite a few farewell parties taking place across the federal government as several high-ranking officials announce their departures. CongressDaily's TechCentral has all the details:

NTIA Chief To Leave As Criticism Mounts Over DTV Shift
For the second time in four months, a Commerce Department official overseeing the shift to digital television transmission is stepping down.

Majoras Departure Leaves Successor, Timing In Doubt
The departure of FTC Chairwoman Deborah Platt Majoras will leave the commission with two Republicans, one Democrat and an independent, and an unclear timeline for a replacement.

Senior Bush IP Official To Step Down, Start New Firm
The U.S. coordinator for intellectual property enforcement, is moving on amid an increased focus on IP protection domestically and globally.

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