Review of Environmental Protection Agency's Efforts To Detect and Prevent Fraud and Abuse

A review was undertaken of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) efforts to detect and prevent fraud and abuse. During most of the review, the Office of Audit was responsible for evaluating the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of financial and program operations since the Office of Inspector General (OIG) was not established until January 7, 1980. Also, the Inspection Branch was responsible for matters relating to fraud, gross abuse, corrupt practices, or other irregularities.