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Special Publications: GAO's Congressional Protocols

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Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date Jan. 24, 2000
Report No. OCG-00-2
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Summary:

This document spells out the protocols governing the General Accounting Office's work for Congress--from the point at which GAO receives a request to do a job to the point at which a report is released publicly. The protocols also discuss such related issues as GAO's press policy and GAO staff detailed to Congress. These protocols are intended to provided clearly defined and transparent policies and practices related to GAO's work. They also provide a means of holding the agency accountable for commitments made to Congress and ensuring that GAO is consistent in dealing with all committees and Members. The agency believes that these protocols will help it to better serve Congress, improve satisfaction with GAO's work, and ensure equitable treatment of all requesters.

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