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Nuclear Test Lobbying: DOE Regulations for Contractors Need Reevaluation

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Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date Oct. 9, 1987
Report No. RCED-88-25BR
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Summary:

In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed allegations that the Department of Energy (DOE) improperly employed contractors to assist in lobbying activities to influence proposed legislation which would restrict the U.S. nuclear weapons testing program.

GAO found that: (1) although DOE extensively briefed congressional members to influence their views on nuclear test issues, it did not violate any applicable statutory provisions; (2) DOE interpreted the cost principle legislation prohibiting reimbursement of contractor lobbying costs to allow for reimbursement of contractors whose activities it had approved; (3) DOE use of national laboratory staff was not in accordance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars; and (4) DOE continued to request contractor products that it was not using.

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