GAO Month in Review February 2008

About the Month in Review

The Month in Review is a comprehensive list of all reports, testimony, correspondence, and other publications issued by GAO during the previous month, grouped according to subject categories.

Top 10 list of significant work made publicly available in the last month http://www.gao.gov/press/topten.html

Economic Development

Disaster Cost Estimates: FEMA Can Improve Its Learning from Past Experience and Management of Disaster-Related Resources
GAO-08-301, February 22, 2008
National Disaster Response: FEMA Should Take Action to Improve Capacity and Coordination between Government and Voluntary Sectors
GAO-08-369, February 27, 2008
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Education

Head Start: A More Comprehensive Risk Management Strategy and Data Improvements Could Further Strengthen Program Oversight
GAO-08-221, February 12, 2008
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Energy

Hydrogen Fuel Initiative: DOE Has Made Important Progress and Involved Stakeholders but Needs to Update What It Expects to Achieve by Its 2015 Target
GAO-08-305, January 11, 2008
Los Alamos National Laboratory: Information on Security of Classified Data, Nuclear Material Controls, Nuclear and Worker Safety, and Project Management Weaknesses
GAO-08-173R, January 10, 2008
Nuclear Security: Action May Be Needed to Reassess the Security of NRC-Licensed Research Reactors
GAO-08-403, January 31, 2008
Strategic Petroleum Reserve: Options to Improve the Cost-Effectiveness of Filling the Reserve
GAO-08-521T, February 26, 2008
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Financial Institutions

Financial Services Industry: Overall Trends in Management-Level Diversity and Diversity Initiatives, 1993-2006
GAO-08-445T, February 7, 2008
Hedge Funds: Regulators and Market Participants Are Taking Steps to Strengthen Market Discipline, but Continued Attention Is Needed
GAO-08-200, January 24, 2008
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Financial Management

Bank Secrecy Act: Increased Use of Exemption Provisions Could Reduce Currency Transaction Reporting While Maintaining Usefulness to Law Enforcement Efforts
GAO-08-355, February 21, 2008
Bank Secrecy Act: Surveys of Financial Institutions and CTR Users (GAO-08-385SP, February 2008), an E-supplement to GAO-08-355
GAO-08-385SP, February 21, 2008
Financial Audit: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Funds' 2007 and 2006 Financial Statements
GAO-08-416, February 11, 2008
HUD and Treasury Programs: More Information on Leverage Measures' Accuracy and Linkage to Program Goals Is Needed in Assessing Performance
GAO-08-136, January 18, 2008
Improper Payments: Status of Agencies' Efforts to Address Improper Payment and Recovery Auditing Requirements
GAO-08-438T, January 31, 2008
Saving Our Future Requires Tough Choices Today
GAO-08-489CG, February 4, 2008
Saving Our Future Requires Tough Choices Today
GAO-08-501CG, February 6, 2008
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Government Operations

Addressing Fiscal Sustainability and Fixing the Social Security System: Two Challenges Facing the Nation
GAO-08-524CG, February 14, 2008
Capitol Visitor Center: Update on Status of Project's Schedule and Cost as of February 7, 2008
GAO-08-475T, February 7, 2008
Elections: Results of GAO's Testing of Voting Systems Used in Sarasota County in Florida's 13th Congressional District
GAO-08-425T, February 8, 2008
Federal Acquisition: Oversight Plan Needed to Help Implement Acquisition Advisory Panel's Recommendations
GAO-08-515T, February 27, 2008
Federal Real Property: Strategy Needed to Address Agencies' Long-standing Reliance on Costly Leasing
GAO-08-197, January 24, 2008
Federal Workers' Compensation: Better Data and Management Strategies Would Strengthen Efforts to Prevent and Address Improper Payments
GAO-08-284, February 26, 2008
GAO's Performance Plan for Fiscal Year 2009: Mission, Performance Plans, Resources, and Strategies
GAO-08-507SP, February 19, 2008
Intelligence Reform: GAO Can Assist the Congress and the Intelligence Community on Management Reform Initiatives
GAO-08-413T, February 29, 2008
Personnel Clearances: Key Factors to Consider in Efforts to Reform Security Clearance Processes
GAO-08-352T, February 27, 2008
Postal Reform Law: Early Transition Is Promising, but Challenges to Successful Implementation Remain
GAO-08-503T, February 28, 2008
The Judgment Fund: Status of Reimbursements Required by the No FEAR Act and Contract Disputes Act
GAO-08-295R, February 26, 2008
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: Hiring Efforts Are Not Sufficient to Reduce the Patent Application Backlog
GAO-08-527T, February 27, 2008
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Health

Catastrophic Disasters: Federal Efforts Help States Prepare for and Respond to Psychological Consequences, but FEMA's Crisis Counseling Program Needs Improvements
GAO-08-22, February 29, 2008
DOD and VA: Preliminary Observations on Efforts to Improve Care Management and Disability Evaluations for Servicemembers
GAO-08-514T, February 27, 2008
Health Information Technology: HHS Is Pursuing Efforts to Advance Nationwide Implementation, but Has Not Yet Completed a National Strategy
GAO-08-499T, February 14, 2008
Medicare Advantage: Higher Spending Relative to Medicare Fee-for-Service May Not Ensure Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Beneficiaries
GAO-08-522T, February 28, 2008
Medicare Advantage: Increased Spending Relative to Medicare Fee-for-Service May Not Always Reduce Beneficiary Out-of-Pocket Costs
GAO-08-359, February 22, 2008
Medicare Part D: Plan Sponsors' Processing and CMS Monitoring of Drug Coverage Requests Could Be Improved
GAO-08-47, January 22, 2008
Medicare Physician Payment: Care Coordination Programs Used in Demonstration Show Promise, but Wider Use of Payment Approach May Be Limited
GAO-08-65, February 15, 2008
Primary Care Professionals: Recent Supply Trends, Projections, and Valuation of Services
GAO-08-472T, February 12, 2008
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Homeland Security

Department of Homeland Security: Progress Made in Implementation of Management and Mission Functions, but More Work Remains
GAO-08-457T, February 13, 2008
Department of Homeland Security: Status and Accountability Challenges Associated with the Use of Special DHS Acquisition Authority
GAO-08-471T, February 7, 2008
Homeland Security: Preliminary Observations on the Federal Protective Service's Efforts to Protect Federal Property
GAO-08-476T, February 8, 2008
Secure Border Initiative: Observations on the Importance of Applying Lessons Learned to Future Projects
GAO-08-508T, February 27, 2008
Visa Waiver Program: Limitations with Department of Homeland Security's Plan to Verify Departure of Foreign Nationals
GAO-08-458T, February 28, 2008
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Income Security

State and Local Government Retiree Benefits: Current Funded Status of Pension and Health Benefits
GAO-08-223, January 29, 2008
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Information Management

Information Security: Although Progress Reported, Federal Agencies Need to Resolve Significant Deficiencies
GAO-08-496T, February 14, 2008
Information Security: Protecting Personally Identifiable Information
GAO-08-343, January 25, 2008
Information Technology: VA Has Taken Important Steps to Centralize Control of Its Resources, but Effectiveness Depends on Additional Planned Actions
GAO-08-449T, February 13, 2008
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International Affairs

Embassy Security: Upgrades Have Enhanced Security, but Site Conditions Prevent Full Adherence to Standards
GAO-08-162, January 18, 2008
Foreign Investment: Laws and Policies Regulating Foreign Investment in 10 Countries
GAO-08-320, February 28, 2008
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Justice and Law Enforcement

Immigration Benefits: Internal Controls for Adjudicating Humanitarian Parole Cases Are Generally Effective, but Some Can Be Strengthened
GAO-08-282, February 6, 2008
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National Defense

Best Practices: Increased Focus on Requirements and Oversight Needed to Improve DOD's Acquisition Environment and Weapon System Quality
GAO-08-294, February 1, 2008
Chemical and Biological Defense: DOD and VA Need to Improve Efforts to Identify and Notify Individuals Potentially Exposed during Chemical and Biological Tests
GAO-08-366, February 28, 2008
DOD Personnel Clearances: DOD Faces Multiple Challenges in Its Efforts to Improve Clearance Processes for Industry Personnel
GAO-08-470T, February 13, 2008
DOD Personnel Clearances: Improved Annual Reporting Would Enable More Informed Congressional Oversight
GAO-08-350, February 13, 2008
Defense Acquisitions: Assessment of DOD Efforts to Enhance Missile Defense Capabilities and Oversight
GAO-08-506T, February 26, 2008
Defense Acquisitions: DOD's Practices and Processes for Multiyear Procurement Should Be Improved
GAO-08-298, February 7, 2008
Defense Business Transformation: Sustaining Progress Requires Continuity of Leadership and an Integrated Approach
GAO-08-462T, February 7, 2008
Defense Logistics: Army Has Not Fully Planned or Budgeted for the Reconstitution of Its Afloat Prepositioned Stocks
GAO-08-257R, February 8, 2008
Limitations in DOD's Evaluation Plan for EEO Complaint Pilot Program Hinder Determination of Pilot Results
GAO-08-387R, February 22, 2008
Military Personnel: Guidance Needed for Any Future Conversions of Military Medical Positions to Civilian Positions
GAO-08-370R, February 8, 2008
Military Personnel: The DOD and Coast Guard Academies Have Taken Steps to Address Incidents of Sexual Harassment and Assault, but Greater Federal Oversight Is Needed
GAO-08-296, January 17, 2008
Military Readiness: Impact of Current Operations and Actions Needed to Rebuild Readiness of U.S. Ground Forces
GAO-08-497T, February 14, 2008
Military Readiness: Navy Is Making Progress Implementing Its Fleet Response Plan, but Has Not Fully Developed Goals, Measures, and Resource Needs
GAO-08-264, February 1, 2008
The Department of Defense's Civilian Human Capital Strategic Plan Does Not Meet Most Statutory Requirements
GAO-08-439R, February 6, 2008
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Natural Resources

Federal Land Management: Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act Restrictions and Management Weaknesses Limit Future Sales and Acquisitions
GAO-08-196, February 5, 2008
Forest Service: Better Planning, Guidance, and Data Are Needed to Improve Management of the Competitive Sourcing Program
GAO-08-195, January 22, 2008
Wildland Fire Management: Federal Agencies Lack Key Long- and Short-Term Management Strategies for Using Program Funds Effectively
GAO-08-433T, February 12, 2008
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Transportation

Aviation Security: Transportation Security Administration Has Strengthened Planning to Guide Investments in Key Aviation Security Programs, but More Work Remains
GAO-08-456T, February 28, 2008
Aviation Weather: FAA Is Reevaluating Services at Key Centers; Both FAA and the National Weather Service Need to Better Ensure Product Quality
GAO-08-258, January 11, 2008
Aviation Weather: Services at Key Aviation Facilities Lack Performance Measures, but Improvement Efforts Are Under Way
GAO-08-491T, February 26, 2008
Emergency Transit Assistance: Federal Funding for Recent Disasters, and Options for the Future
GAO-08-243, February 15, 2008
Federal Aviation Administration: Challenges Facing the Agency in Fiscal Year 2009 and Beyond
GAO-08-460T, February 7, 2008
Highway Public-Private Partnerships: More Rigorous Up-front Analysis Could Better Secure Potential Benefits and Protect the Public Interest
GAO-08-44, February 8, 2008
Runway Safety: Progress on Reducing Runway Incursions Impeded by Leadership, Technology, and Other Challenges
GAO-08-481T, February 13, 2008
Surface Transportation: Preliminary Observations on Efforts to Restructure Current Program
GAO-08-478T, February 6, 2008
Transmission Lines: Issues Associated with High-Voltage Direct-Current Transmission Lines along Transportation Rights of Way
GAO-08-347R, February 1, 2008
Transportation Safety: Medical Certification and Background Check Requirements for Pilots, Vessel Masters, and Commercial Drivers Vary
GAO-08-421R, February 27, 2008
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Veterans Affairs

VA Health Care: Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Screening and Evaluation Implemented for OEF/OIF Veterans, but Challenges Remain
GAO-08-276, February 8, 2008
Veterans' Benefits: Improved Management Would Enhance VA's Pension Program
GAO-08-112, February 14, 2008
Veterans' Disability Benefits: Claims Processing Challenges Persist, while VA Continues to Take Steps to Address Them
GAO-08-473T, February 14, 2008
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Legal Products: Decisions and Opinions

American Cybernetic Corporation
B-310551.2, February 1, 2008
C&H SERVICE Srl
B-310790, February 5, 2008
Capitol Supply, Inc.
B-309999.3, January 22, 2008
Command Management Services, Inc.
B-310261; B-310261.2, December 14, 2007
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008--Incorporation by Reference
B-316010, February 25, 2008
Data Integrators, Inc.
B-310928, January 31, 2008
Department of the Army--Use of Appropriations for Bottled Water
B-310502, February 4, 2008
Done Right Building Services, Inc.
B-310568, December 17, 2007
Eagle Home Medical Corporation--Costs
B-299821.3, February 4, 2008
Forest Service--Apportionment Limitation for Aviation Resources
B-310108, February 6, 2008
GAP Solutions, Inc.
B-310564, January 4, 2008
Global Computer Enterprises, Inc.
B-310823; B-310823.2; B-310823.4, January 31, 2008
Group GPS Multimedia
B-310716, January 22, 2008
IBV, Ltd.
B-311244, February 21, 2008
PM Services Company
B-310762, February 4, 2008
Para Scientific Company
B-310742.2; B-310903, February 14, 2008
Pemco Aeroplex, Inc.--Reconsideration
B-310372.2, February 1, 2008
Relief of Accountable Officer at Veterans Affairs Medical Center
B-309267, January 15, 2008
S4, Inc.
B-310794, February 12, 2008
Silnyx Communications, Inc.
B-310667; B-310667.2, January 23, 2008
Superior Landscaping Company, Inc.
B-310617, January 15, 2008
Systems Research and Applications Corporation; Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.
B-299818; B-299818.2; B-299818.3; B-299818.4, September 6, 2007
The Mangi Environmental Group, Inc.
B-299721.4, January 24, 2008
Tiger Truck LLC
B-310759; B-310759.2, February 7, 2008
Veterans Technology, LLC
B-310303.2, January 7, 2008
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Legal Products: Federal Agency Major Rules

Department of Energy, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Mandatory Reliability Standards for Critical Infrastructure Protection
GAO-08-493R, February 21, 2008
Department of Homeland Security, Office of the Secretary: Minimum Standards for Driver's Licenses and Identification Cards Acceptable by Federal Agencies for Official Purposes
GAO-08-451R, February 12, 2008
Federal Communications Commission: Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Requirements
GAO-08-509R, February 28, 2008
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