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Improper Payments Rose to an Estimated $186 Billion in FY25

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VA Medical Facility Security: Actions Needed to Address Longstanding Risks

GAO-26-109190
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Priority Open Recommendations: Environmental Protection Agency

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National Association of Insurance Commissioners: Role with State Insurance Regulators and IRS Reporting Requirements

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Priority Open Recommendations: Securities and Exchange Commission

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Military Child Care: DOD Should Communicate More Clearly with Providers in the Fee Assistance Program

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Federal Reserve Lending Programs: Main Street Program Continues to Hold Outstanding Loans Beyond Initial Maturity Dates

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The Air Force’s Aerial Refueling Fleet Is Shrinking in Capability

During long flights or extended air combat missions, aerial refueling tankers can eliminate the need...

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How GAO is Fighting Fraud and Reducing Improper Payments in Government Spending

The federal government loses hundreds of billions of dollars to fraud each year and millions more to...

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The Air Force’s Aerial Refueling Fleet Is Shrinking in Capability

During long flights or extended air combat missions, aerial refueling tankers can eliminate the need for military planes to land. Having this...

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