Observations on Oversight Reform Proposals
PAD-80-77
Published: May 22, 1980. Publicly Released: May 22, 1980.
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The GAO position on strengthening congressional oversight reform is summarized, and references to statements made to congressional committees during 1979 are provided. Proposals for periodic reexamination of programs, and more detailed statements of program objectives are discussed. In addition, comments are given on congressional consideration of regulatory action, grant reform, research and development funding, legislative savings, fraud and abuse, and other matters.
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Congressional oversightCongressional powersFraudGrant monitoringLegislative vetoProgram evaluationSunset legislationTax expendituresAuthorizing legislationFederal assistance programs