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Report No. |
Title |
| Date June 26, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-739R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 June 26, 2008 The Honorable Robert C. Byrd Chairman The Honorable Thad Cochran Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security Committee on Appropriations United States Senate The Honorable David E. Price Chairman The Honorable Harold Rogers Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security Committee on Appropriations House of Rep... |
| Date June 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-931T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Testimony
Before the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization and Procurement, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, House of Representatives BORDER SECURITY State Department Expects to Meet Projected Surge in Demand for Visas and Passports in Mexico
Stat... |
| Date June 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-904T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Transportation Security and Infrastructure Protection, Homeland Security Committee, House of Representatives RISK MANAGEMENT Strengthening the Use of Risk Management Principles in Homeland Security
Statement of Norman J. Rabkin, Managing... |
| Date June 20, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-672 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, U.S. Senate MARITIME SECURITY National Strategy and Supporting Plans Were Generally WellDeveloped and Are Being Implemented GAO-08-672 June 2008 MARITIME SECURITY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-672, a report to the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, U.S. S... |
| Date June 19, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-539 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters INFLUENZA PANDEMIC Federal Agencies Should Continue to Assist States to Address Gaps in Pandemic Planning GAO-08-539 June 2008 INFLUENZA PANDEMIC Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-539, a report to congressional requesters Accountability Integrity Reliability Federal Agencies Should Continue to Assist Stat... |
| Date June 19, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-598 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate NUCLEAR SECURITY NRC and DHS Need to Take Additional Steps to Better Track and Detect Radioactive Materials GAO-08-598 June 2008 NUCLEAR SECURITY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-598, a report to the Permanent Subco... |
| Date June 19, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-899T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10 a.m. EDT June 19, 2008 Testimony Before the House Committee on Science and Technology, Subcommittee on Energy and Environment ENVIRONMENTAL SATELLITES Polar-orbiting Satellite Acquisition Faces Delays; Decisions Needed on Whether and How to Ensure Climate Data Continuity
Statement of David A. Powner, Director... |
| Date June 19, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-897T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT Thursday, June 19, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate HOMELAND SECURITY The Federal Protective Service Faces Several Challenges That R... |
| Date June 18, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-795T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 18, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate PRIVACY Congress Should Consider Alternatives for Strengthening Protection of Personally Identifiable Information
Statement of Linda Koontz Director, Information Management Issues GAO-08... |
| Date June 18, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-914T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 1:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 18, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, House of Representatives HOMELAND SECURITY The Federal Protective Service Faces Several Challenges That Raise Concerns About... |
| Date June 18, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-883T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 18, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, House of Representatives AFGHANISTAN SECURITY U.S. Efforts to Develop Capable Afghan Police Forces Face Challenges and Need a Coordinated, Detailed Pla... |
| Date June 17, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-643 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to the Chairwoman, Committee on Small Business, House of Representatives SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Additional Actions Are Needed to Certify and Monitor HUBZone Businesses and Assess Program Results GAO-08-643 June 2008 SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-643, a report to the Chairwoman, Committee on S... |
| Date June 17, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-921T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Tuesday, June 17, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on the Judiciary, U.S. Senate INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Leadership and Accountability Needed to Strengthen Federal Protection and Enforcement
Statement of Loren Yager Director, International Affairs and Trade GAO-08-921T June 17, 2008 INTELLECTUAL ... |
| Date June 16, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-437 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to the Ranking Member, Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, U.S. Senate NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM Financial Challenges Underscore Need for Improved Oversight of Mitigation Programs and Key Contracts GAO-08-437 June 2008 NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-437, a report to the Rankin... |
| Date June 13, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-728 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate TAX DEBT COLLECTION IRS Has a Complex Process to Attempt to Collect Billions of Dollars in Unpaid Tax Debts GAO-08-728 June 2008 TAX DEBT COLLECTION Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-728, a report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate Accountability Integrity Reliability IRS Has a Complex ... |
| Date June 13, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-694 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to Congressional Committees LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY Long-Term Strategies Needed to Improve Security and Management Oversight GAO-08-694 June 2008 LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-694, a report to congressional committees Accountability Integrity Reliability Long-Term Strategies Needed to Improv... |
| Date June 11, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-908T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Aviation, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, House of Representatives FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION Efforts to Hire, Staff, and Train Air Traffic Controllers Are Generally on Track, but Challenges Remain
Statement of Geral... |
| Date June 11, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-868T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight, Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Observations on DHS’s Preparedness for Catastrophic Disasters
Statement of William O. Jenkins, Jr. Director Homel... |
| Date June 11, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-886T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Testimony before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Subcommittee on Information Policy, Census, and National Archives, House of Representatives 2010 CENSUS Plans for Decennial Census Operations and Technology Have Progressed, But Much Uncertainty Rema... |
| Date June 11, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-683 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters HOMELAND SECURITY The Federal Protective Service Faces Several Challenges That Hamper Its Ability to Protect Federal Facilities GAO-08-683 June 2008 HOMELAND SECURITY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-683, a report to congressional requesters Accountability Integrity Reliability The Federal Protective Ser... |
| Date June 10, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-895T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 9:00 a.m. EDT Tuesday, June 10, 2008 Statement for the Record To the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law, Committee on the Judiciary, House of Representatives EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION Challenges Exist in Implementing a Mandatory Electronic Employment Verifica... |
| Date June 10, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-794 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
June 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters FOOD SAFETY Selected Countries’ Systems Can Offer Insights into Ensuring Import Safety and Responding to Foodborne Illness GAO-08-794 June 2008 FOOD SAFETY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-794, a report to congressional requesters Accountability Integrity Reliability Selected Countries' Systems Can Off... |
| Date June 4, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-368R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 June 4, 2008 The Honorable Douglas H. Shulman Commissioner of Internal Revenue Subject: Management Report: Improvements Needed in IRS’s Internal Controls Dear Mr. Shulman: In November 2007, we issued our report on the results of our audit of the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) financial statements as of, and for the fiscal ye... |
| Date June 3, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-782T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 9:30 a.m. EDT Tuesday, June 3, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Armed Services, U.S. Senate DEFENSE ACQUISITIONS Better Weapon Program Outcomes Require Discipline, Accountability, and Fundamental Changes in the Acquisition Environment
Statement of Katherine V. Schinasi, Managing Director Acquisition and So... |
| Date May 29, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-753R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 May 29, 2008 Congressional Committees Subject: Department of Defense Pilot Authority for Acquiring Information Technology Services under OMB Circular A-76 Section 336 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004, Pub. L. No. 108-136, authorized the Department of Defense (DOD) to conduct a pilot program to use bes... |
| Date May 22, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-821T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Thursday, May 22, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Committee on Energy and Commerce, House of Representatives HIGH-CONTAINMENT BIOSAFETY LABORATORIES DHS Lacks Evidence to Conclude That Foot-andMouth Disease Research Can Be Done Safely on the U.S. Mainland
St... |
| Date May 22, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-776T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:30 p.m. EDT Thursday, May 22, 2008 Testimony
Before the Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate PERSONNEL CLEARANCES Key Factors for Reforming the Security Clearance Process
Sta... |
| Date May 21, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-810T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 11:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, May 21, 2008 Testimony before the Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight, Committee on Science and Technology, House of Representatives CHEMICAL ASSESSMENTS EPA’s New Assessment Process Will Further Limit the Productivity and Credibility of Its Integrated Risk Information System... |
| Date May 21, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-815T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, May 21, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives HUMAN CAPITAL Workforce Diversity Governmentwide and at the Department of Homeland Security
Statement of George H. Stalcup Director Strategic Issues GAO-08-815T May 21, 2008 HUMAN CAPITAL Highligh... |
| Date May 20, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-635 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
May 2008 Report to the Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate FEDERAL DISABILITY PROGRAMS More Strategic Coordination Could Help Overcome Challenges to Needed Transformation GAO-08-635 May 2008 FEDE... |
| Date May 16, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-518 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
May 2008 Report to the Subcommittees on Energy and Environment and Investigations and Oversight, Committee on Science and Technology, House of Representatives ENVIRONMENTAL SATELLITES Polar-orbiting Satellite Acquisition Faces Delays; Decisions Needed on Whether and How to Ensure Climate Data Continuity GAO-08-518 May 2008 ENVIRONMENTAL SATELLITES... |
| Date May 16, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-757 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
May 2008 Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate BORDER SECURITY Summary of Covert Tests and Security Assessments for the Senate Committee on Finance, 2003–2007 GAO-08-757 May 2008 BORDER SECURITY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-757, a report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate Accountability Integrity Reliability Summary of Covert ... |
| Date May 14, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-738T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 3:00 p.m. EDT Wednesday, May 14, 2008 Testimony
Before the Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Challenges in Implementing an Electronic Records Arc... |
| Date May 12, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-427 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
May 2008 Report to the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives DEFENSE LOGISTICS Navy Needs to Develop and Implement a Plan to Ensure That Voyage Repairs Are Available to Ships Operating near Guam when Needed GAO-08-427 May 2008 DEFENSE LOGISTICS Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-427, a report to the Committee on Armed Services, House ... |
| Date May 8, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-578 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
May 2008 Report to Congressional Committees INTERAGENCY CONTRACTING Need for Improved Information and Policy Implementation at the Department of State GAO-08-578 May 2008 INTERAGENCY CONTRACTING Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-578, a report to congressional committees Accountability Integrity Reliability Need for Improved Information and Policy Im... |
| Date May 8, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-762T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Thursday, May 8, 2008 Testimony before the Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate HUMAN CAPITAL Transforming Federal Recruiting and Hiring Efforts
Statement of Rob... |
| Date May 1, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-540T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 11:30 a.m. EDT May 1, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Capitol Security, Committee on House Administration, House of Representatives U.S. CAPITOL POLICE Status of Efforts to Address Prior GAO Recommendations on Administrative and Management Operations
Statement of: Richard M. Stana, Director Homeland Se... |
| Date April 30, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-482 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
April 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters ABOVEGROUND OIL STORAGE TANKS More Complete Facility Data Could Improve Implementation of EPA’s Spill Prevention Program GAO-08-482 April 2008 ABOVEGROUND OIL STORAGE TANKS Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-482, a report to congressional requesters Accountability Integrity Reliability More Complete Fac... |
| Date April 29, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-743T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Tuesday, April 29, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Environment and Public Works, U.S. Senate TOXIC CHEMICALS EPA’s New Assessment Process Will Increase Challenges EPA Faces in Evaluating and Regulating Chemicals
Statement of John B. Stephenson, Director Natural Resources and Environment G... |
| Date April 29, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-674T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Tuesday, April 29, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs, House of Representatives DEFENSE ACQUISITIONS Results of Annual Assessment of DOD Weapon Programs
Statement of Michael J. Sullivan, Director Acqu... |
| Date April 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-565R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 April 25, 2008 The Honorable Tom A. Coburn, M.D. Ranking Member Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs United States Senate Subject: Food and Drug Administration: Agency Complied with Statutory Requir... |
| Date April 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-504 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
April 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters NATURAL CATASTROPHE INSURANCE Analysis of a Proposed Combined Federal Flood and Wind Insurance Program GAO-08-504 April 25, 2008 NATURAL CATASTROPHE INSURANCE Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-504, a report to congressional requesters. Accountability Integrity Reliability Analysis of a Proposed Combined ... |
| Date April 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-477 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
April 2008 Report to the Chairman, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, House of Representatives TRAFFIC SAFETY Improved Reporting and Performance Measures Would Enhance Evaluation of High-Visibility Campaigns GAO-08-477 April 2008 TRAFFIC SAFETY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-477, a report to the Chairman, Committee on Transportation ... |
| Date April 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-512R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 April 25, 2008 The Honorable James M. Inhofe Ranking Member Committee on Environment and Public Works United States Senate Subject: Highways and Environment: Transportation Agencies Are Acting to Involve Others in Planning and Environmental Decisions Dear Senator Inhofe: Meeting the nation’s mobility needs requires constructing,... |
| Date April 25, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-240 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
April 2008 Report to Congressional Requesters SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY U.S. Customs and Border Protection Has Enhanced Its Partnership with Import Trade Sectors, but Challenges Remain in Verifying Security Practices GAO-08-240 April 2008 SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-240, a report to congressional requesters Accountability Int... |
| Date April 24, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-710T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT Thursday, April 24, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate EXPORT CONTROLS State and Commerce Have Not Taken Basic Steps to Better Ensure ... |
| Date April 24, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-696T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 10:00 a.m. EDT Thursday, April 24, 2008 Testimony Before the Committee on Education and Labor, House of Representatives RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES State and Federal Oversight Gaps May Increase Risk to Youth Well-Being
Statement of Kay E. Brown, Director Education, Workforce, and Income Security Issues GAO-08-696T Ap... |
| Date April 24, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-595R |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office Washington, DC 20548 April 24, 2008 Congressional Requesters Subject: International Boundary and Water Commission: Two Alternatives for Improving Wastewater Treatment at the United States-Mexico Border For many years, untreated wastewater originating in Tijuana, Mexico, has entered the United States, largely via the Tijuana River. Tijuana’s sewage s... |
| Date April 23, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-652T |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
For Release on Delivery Expected at 2:00 p.m. EDT April 23, 2008 Testimony Before the Subcommittee on Aviation, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, House of Representatives NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD Progress Made in Management Practices, Investigation Priorities, Training Center Use, and Information Security, But These Areas... |
| Date April 22, 2008 |
Report No. GAO-08-483 |
Title
United States Government Accountability Office GAO
April 2008 Report to Congressional Committees GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP DOE Should Reassess Its Approach to Designing and Building Spent Nuclear Fuel Recycling Facilities GAO-08-483 April 2008 GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP Highlights
Highlights of GAO-08-483, a report to congressional committees Accountability Integrity Reliability DOE... |
