Government Accountability Office
- Regulatory Agencies
Feds dodging US-flag ship cargo rules, GAO reveals
Government watchdogs have found that maritime regulators are unable to effectively track how shipments of military supplies and food aid are transported overseas.
Read More » - Trucking Regulation
NHTSA seeks advisers on truck rear-impact guards
Federal regulators are creating a board to recommend equipment standards aimed at preventing cars from sliding under trailers during truck crashes.
Read More » - Air Cargo
Audit recommends enhancements for DHS air cargo security programs
U.S. Customs and the Transportation Security Administration have different programs for preventing explosives from being smuggled onto aircraft in the cargo. A new report recommends…
Read More » - News
Pandemic builds momentum for tackling drug shortages
Drug shortages have plagued the U.S. for years, but the scarcity of certain drugs during the pandemic energized some experts to renew efforts to address…
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Watchdog spotlights FMCSA’s, other agencies’ disjointed drug testing verification
A GAO report links accurate data collection to motor carrier costs.
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Chao probe fallout: Concerns remain over freight project money
An investigation of the former DOT secretary highlights the need to restore trust in the federal infrastructure grant process.
Read More » - Medically Necessary
Medically Necessary: FDA way behind on facility inspections
The FDA failed to conduct 1,000 inspections last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. That backlog could clog the pharmaceutical supply chain.
Read More » - Logistics/Supply Chains
Commentary: Washington must quickly build confidence in vaccine supply chain
The public needs to be educated about the quality control processes in place for the manufacture of vaccines.
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