The Effects of the Fiscal Year 1983 Budget, Energy Reorganization, and Program Changes on U.S. Energy Emergency Preparedness

GAO was asked to update its analysis of energy emergency preparedness by looking into the effect of continuing budget and staff reductions at the Department of Energy (DOE). It was also asked to: (1) comment on the implications that the proposed energy reorganization may have on both domestic and international energy emergency preparedness; (2) clarify the United States' obligations under the International Energy Program; and (3) comment on actions which should be taken to ensure adequate preparedness beyond those covered in S. 1503.