Review of Selected Aspects of Claims Division Operations and Certain Allegations Concerning Claim Payments and First-Class Air Travel
ID-82-49
Published: Jul 20, 1982. Publicly Released: Jul 20, 1982.
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GAO was requested to review certain allegations concerning the use of first-class air travel by Export-Import Bank officials and the processing and payment of claims by the Bank's Claims Division.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Export-Import Bank of the United States | The Chairman of the Export-Import Bank should direct the Vice President of Administration and the Treasurer-Controller to: (1) affix responsibilities for each procedure in processing travel and ensure that employees are cognizant of their responsibilities; (2) establish procedures ensuring that the least expensive airfare is obtained; (3) routinely verify the payment of airline fares; and (4) ensure that unused airline tickets and coupons are promptly recovered. |
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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