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Combating Illicit Substances: DOJ Enforcement of Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

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Telework and Changing Travel Patterns: Department of Transportation Should Develop Guidance to Help Communities Prioritize Investments

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Federal Real Property: GSA Should Create Goals to Ensure New Approach Saves Money and Accelerates Disposals of Unneeded Property

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STEM: Additional Data Needed on Graduate Researcher and Postdoctoral Scholar Compensation

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Retirement Security: Most Defined Contribution Plans Do Not Require Spousal Consent to Remove Funds and Doing So Would Involve Trade-offs

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Federal Debt Management: Treasury Is Meeting Borrowing Needs but the Deteriorating Fiscal Outlook Poses Risks

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