This testimony focuses on the progress TSA is making in strengthening aspects of aviation security and the challenges that remain.
Federal laws establish whistleblower protection processes, whereby workers who believe that they have faced retaliation for blowing the whistle can report their allegations to the appropriate federal agency, which then determines the merit ...
GAO was asked to review issues related to advanced biofuels R&D. This report describes (1) how the federal government has supported advanced biofuels R&D in recent years and where its efforts have been targeted and (2) expert views on the ...
To do this work, in September 2008 GAO surveyed all 57 contractors-those receiving more than $500 million in 2006 DOD contract awards-and interviewed DOD contractor oversight agency officials on the impact of the new FAR rules on oversight.
GAO was asked to summarize its report-Internet Infrastructure: DHS Faces Challenges in Developing a Joint Public/Private Recovery Plan, GAO-06-672 (Washington, D.C.: June 16, 2006).
Defense Acquisitions: Strong Leadership Is Key to Planning and Executing Stable Weapon Programs
Defense Business Transformation: Sustaining Progress Requires Continuity of Leadership and an Integrated Approach
HOSPITAL VALUE-BASED PURCHASING: CMS Should Take Steps to Ensure Lower Quality Hospitals Do Not Qualify for Bonuses
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plays a key role in leading and coordinating-with stakeholders in the federal, state, local, and private sectors-the nation's homeland security efforts.
GAO-01-724 Invasive Species: Obstacles Hinder Federal Rapid Response to Growing Threat
This is GAO's first annual report to Congress in response to a new statutory requirement that GAO identify federal programs, agencies, offices, and initiatives, either within departments or governmentwide, which have duplicative goals or ...
increased more than eight-fold since 1980, and DOJ has identified prison crowding as a critical issue since 2006.
Environmental Satellites: Strategy Needed to Sustain Critical Climate and Space Weather Measurements
GGD-95-36FS Bankruptcy Professional Fees: Guidelines for Reviewing Fee Applications
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) insures the pensions of millions of private sector workers and retirees in certain employer-sponsored pension plans.
Child Maltreatment: Strengthening National Data on Child Fatalities Could Aid in Prevention
Nursing Homes: Federal Efforts to Monitor Resident Assessment Data Should Complement State Activities
"Most veterans transition to civilian life trouble-free.
HAITI RECONSTRUCTION: USAID Infrastructure Projects Have Had Mixed Results and Face Sustainability Challenges
Internal Controls: The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation Has Made Significant Progress but Needs to Fully Document Certain Policies and Procedures