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Are Government Benefits Going to the Wrong People?

Are Government Benefits Going to the Wrong People?

Federal audit identifies causes and consequences of benefit overpayments to disabled workers.

Auditor Says Federal Cybersecurity Efforts are Inadequate

Auditor Says Federal Cybersecurity Efforts are Inadequate

Government report finds that federal agencies’ cybersecurity practices are too weak.

Evaluating Disaster Relief

Evaluating Disaster Relief

Government report recommends “federal mechanism” to increase oversight of the Red Cross.

Reducing Unregulated Transfers of Child Custody

Reducing Unregulated Transfers of Child Custody

Federal audit report highlights need for states to track and prevent unregulated adoptions.

Better Notification Needed for Student Loan Relief Programs

Better Notification Needed for Student Loan Relief Programs

Eligible borrowers unaware of student loan repayment and forgiveness options.

How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?

How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?

Despite improvements, agencies should develop consistent policies.

Many Railroads Will Not Have Required Safety Technology by Deadline

Many Railroads Will Not Have Required Safety Technology by Deadline

Auditor outlines problems and gives guidance to rail regulator over delays with positive train control.

Electronic Medicare Cards Could Reduce Fraud, Improve Care

Electronic Medicare Cards Could Reduce Fraud, Improve Care

GAO report suggests replacing paper Medicare cards with newer technology.

New “Sue-and-Settle” Bill is Much Ado About Nothing

New “Sue-and-Settle” Bill is Much Ado About Nothing

Proposed legislation seeking to curb collusive deadline suits misunderstands the administrative process.

Veterans Affairs Department Struggles to Complete Much-Needed Medical Facilities

Veterans Affairs Department Struggles to Complete Much-Needed Medical Facilities

Delays in several large construction projects raise concerns about agency mismanagement.

Lawmakers Propose a Single Food Safety Administration

Lawmakers Propose a Single Food Safety Administration

A recently introduced bill would create a new, unified agency to oversee all U.S. food safety.

Helping the IRS Keep Track of Tax-Exempt Charitable Groups

Helping the IRS Keep Track of Tax-Exempt Charitable Groups

The GAO recommends the IRS improve oversight of tax-exempt charitable organizations.