Topic Collection: Terrorism

This page lists reports and testimonies related to terrorism issued since April 1979.

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National Applications Office Certification Review: GAO-09-105R, November 6, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 74 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Defense Management: DOD Can Establish More Guidance for Biometrics Collection and Explore Broader Data Sharing: GAO-09-49, October 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 33 pages) Accessible Text

USA Patriot Act: Better Interagency Coordination and Implementing Guidance for Section 311 Could Improve U.S. Anti-Money Laundering Efforts: GAO-08-1058, September 30, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 45 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Defense Management: DOD Needs to Establish Clear Goals and Objectives, Guidance, and a Designated Budget to Manage Its Biometrics Activities: GAO-08-1065, September 26, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 42 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Combating Nuclear Smuggling: DHS's Program to Procure and Deploy Advanced Radiation Detection Portal Monitors Is Likely to Exceed the Department's Previous Cost Estimates: GAO-08-1108R, September 22, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 52 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Defense Budget: Independent Review Is Needed to Ensure DOD's Use of Cost Estimating Tool for Contingency Operations Follows Best Practices: GAO-08-982, September 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 41 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Terrorism Insurance: Status of Efforts by Policyholders to Obtain Coverage: GAO-08-1057, September 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 41 pages) Accessible Text

Global War on Terrorism: Reported Obligations for the Department of Defense: GAO-08-1128R, September 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 13 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: TSA Is Enhancing Its Oversight of Air Carrier Efforts to Screen Passengers against Terrorist Watch-List Records, but Expects Ultimate Solution to Be Implementation of Secure Flight: GAO-08-1136T, September 9, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 17 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: TSA Is Enhancing Its Oversight of Air Carrier Efforts to Identify Passengers on the No Fly and Selectee Lists, but Expects Ultimate Solution to Be Implementation of Secure Flight: GAO-08-992, September 9, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 58 pages) Accessible Text

Various Issues Led to the Termination of the United States-Canada Shared Border Management Pilot Project: GAO-08-1038R, September 4, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 15 pages) Accessible Text

Defense Critical Infrastructure: Adherence to Guidance Would Improve DOD's Approach to Identifying and Assuring the Availability of Critical Transportation Assets: GAO-08-851, August 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 42 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Supply Chain Security: CBP Works with International Entities to Promote Global Customs Security Standards and Initiatives, but Challenges Remain: GAO-08-538, August 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 58 pages) Accessible Text

Highlights of a Forum Convened by the Comptroller General of the United States: Enhancing U.S. Partnerships in Countering Transnational Terrorism: GAO-08-887SP, July 31, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 28 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: Actions Needed to Enhance Implementation of Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership: GAO-08-860, July 31, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 51 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Cyber Analysis and Warning: DHS Faces Challenges in Establishing a Comprehensive National Capability: GAO-08-588, July 31, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 67 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Information Sharing: Definition of the Results to Be Achieved in Terrorism-Related Information Sharing Is Needed to Guide Implementation and Assess Progress: GAO-08-637T, July 23, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 26 pages) Accessible Text

Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq: Progress Report: Some Gains Made, Updated Strategy Needed: GAO-08-1021T, July 23, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 21 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Biosurveillance: Preliminary Observations on Department of Homeland Security's Biosurveillance Initiatives: GAO-08-960T, July 16, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 14 pages) Accessible Text

Emergency Management: GAO Responses to Post-hearing Questions for the Record: GAO-08-1003R, July 15, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 14 pages) Accessible Text

Initial Results on Availability of Terrorism Insurance in Specific Geographic Markets: GAO-08-919R, July 11, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 33 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: DHS Risk-Based Grant Methodology Is Reasonable, But Current Version's Measure of Vulnerability is Limited: GAO-08-852, June 27, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 72 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Homeland Security: First Responders' Ability to Detect and Model Hazardous Releases in Urban Areas Is Significantly Limited: GAO-08-180, June 27, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 79 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Risk Management: Strengthening the Use of Risk Management Principles in Homeland Security: GAO-08-904T, June 25, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 24 pages) Accessible Text

Information Sharing Environment: Definition of the Results to Be Achieved in Improving Terrorism-Related Information Sharing Is Needed to Guide Implementation and Assess Progress: GAO-08-492, June 25, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 62 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Combating Terrorism: Increased Oversight and Accountability Needed over Pakistan Reimbursement Claims for Coalition Support Funds: GAO-08-806, June 24, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 46 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Combating Terrorism: U.S. Oversight of Pakistan Reimbursement Claims for Coalition Support Funds: GAO-08-932T, June 24, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 24 pages) Accessible Text

Maritime Security: National Strategy and Supporting Plans Were Generally Well-Developed and Are Being Implemented: GAO-08-672, June 20, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 36 pages) Accessible Text

Nuclear Security: NRC and DHS Need to Take Additional Steps to Better Track and Detect Radioactive Materials: GAO-08-598, June 19, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 53 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Emergency Preparedness: States Are Planning for Medical Surge, but Could Benefit from Shared Guidance for Allocating Scarce Medical Resources: GAO-08-668, June 13, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 59 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Global War on Terrorism: Reported Obligations for the Department of Defense: GAO-08-853R, June 13, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 12 pages) Accessible Text

Emergency Management: Observations on DHS's Preparedness for Catastrophic Disasters: GAO-08-868T, June 11, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 21 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: Guidance for State Department's Antiterrorism Assistance Program Is Limited and State Does Not Systematically Assess Outcomes: GAO-08-875T, June 4, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 21 pages) Accessible Text

September 11: HHS Needs to Develop a Plan That Incorporates Lessons from the Responder Health Programs: GAO-08-610, May 30, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 37 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Border Security: State Department Should Plan for Potentially Significant Staffing and Facilities Shortfalls Caused by Changes in the Visa Waiver Program: GAO-08-623, May 22, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 58 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Information Security: TVA Needs to Address Weaknesses in Control Systems and Networks: GAO-08-526, May 21, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 62 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Information Security: TVA Needs to Enhance Security of Critical Infrastructure Control Systems and Networks: GAO-08-775T, May 21, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 15 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: U.S. Efforts to Address the Terrorist Threat in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas Require a Comprehensive Plan and Continued Oversight: GAO-08-820T, May 20, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 23 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Summary of Covert Tests and Security Assessments for the Senate Committee on Finance, 2003-2007: GAO-08-757, May 16, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 31 pages) Accessible Text

Preliminary Observations on the Use and Oversight of U.S. Coalition Support Funds Provided to Pakistan: GAO-08-735R, May 6, 2008; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 26 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: The United States Lacks Comprehensive Plan to Destroy the Terrorist Threat and Close the Safe Haven in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas: GAO-08-622, April 17, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 37 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Homeland Security: Federal Efforts Are Helping to Address Some Challenges Faced by State and Local Fusion Centers: GAO-08-636T, April 17, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 20 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Defense: U.S. Northern Command Has Made Progress but Needs to Address Force Allocation, Readiness Tracking Gaps, and Other Issues: GAO-08-251, April 16, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 67 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Department of Defense: Observations on the National Industrial Security Program: GAO-08-695T, April 16, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 15 pages) Accessible Text

Department of Homeland Security: Progress Made in Implementation of Management Functions, but More Work Remains: GAO-08-646T, April 9, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 17 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: DHS Has Taken Actions to Strengthen Border Security Programs and Operations, but Challenges Remain: GAO-08-542T, March 6, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 25 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: State Department's Antiterrorism Program Needs Improved Guidance and More Systematic Assessments of Outcomes: GAO-08-336, February 29, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 40 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Visa Waiver Program: Limitations with Department of Homeland Security's Plan to Verify Departure of Foreign Nationals: GAO-08-458T, February 28, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 18 pages) Accessible Text

Department of Homeland Security: Progress Made in Implementation of Management and Mission Functions, but More Work Remains: GAO-08-457T, February 13, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 29 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Preliminary Observations on the Federal Protective Service's Efforts to Protect Federal Property: GAO-08-476T, February 8, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Nuclear Security: Action May Be Needed to Reassess the Security of NRC-Licensed Research Reactors: GAO-08-403, January 31, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 47 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

September 11: Improvements Still Needed in Availability of Health Screening and Monitoring Services for Responders outside the New York City Area: GAO-08-429T, January 22, 2008; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 16 pages) Accessible Text

Iran Sanctions: Impact in Furthering U.S. Objectives Is Unclear and Should Be Reviewed: GAO-08-58, December 18, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 66 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Maritime Security: Federal Efforts Needed to Address Challenges in Preventing and Responding to Terrorist Attacks on Energy Commodity Tankers: GAO-08-141, December 10, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 112 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Transportation Security Administration's Processes for Designating and Releasing Sensitive Security Information: GAO-08-232R, November 30, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 24 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: Vulnerabilities Exposed Through Covert Testing of TSA's Passenger Screening Process: GAO-08-48T, November 15, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 14 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Nuclear Terrorism: Federal Efforts to Respond to Nuclear and Radiological Threats and to Protect Key Emergency Response Facilities Could Be Strengthened: GAO-08-285T, November 15, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 23 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Despite Progress, Weaknesses in Traveler Inspections Exist at Our Nation's Ports of Entry: GAO-08-192T, November 13, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 17 pages) Accessible Text

Terrorist Watch List Screening: Recommendations to Promote a Comprehensive and Coordinated Approach to Terrorist-Related Screening: GAO-08-253T, November 8, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Global War on Terrorism: DOD Needs to Take Action to Encourage Fiscal Discipline and Optimize the Use of Tools Intended to Improve GWOT Cost Reporting: GAO-08-68, November 6, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 64 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Border Security: Despite Progress, Weaknesses in Traveler Inspections Exist at Our Nation's Ports of Entry: GAO-08-219, November 5, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 72 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Federal Efforts Are Helping to Alleviate Some Challenges Encountered by State and Local Information Fusion Centers: GAO-08-35, October 30, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 117 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Maritime Security: The SAFE Port Act: Status and Implementation One Year Later: GAO-08-126T, October 30, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 55 pages) Accessible Text

Terrorist Watch List Screening: Recommendations to Enhance Management Oversight, Reduce Potential Screening Vulnerabilities, and Expand Use of the List: GAO-08-194T, October 24, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Maritime Security: One Year Later: A Progress Report on the SAFE Port Act: GAO-08-171T, October 16, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 55 pages) Accessible Text

Transportation Security: Efforts to Strengthen Aviation and Surface Transportation Security are Under Way, but Challenges Remain: GAO-08-140T, October 16, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 32 pages) Accessible Text

Terrorist Watch List Screening: Opportunities Exist to Enhance Management Oversight, Reduce Vulnerabilities in Agency Screening Processes, and Expand Use of the List: GAO-08-110, October 11, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 84 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Maritime Security: The SAFE Port Act and Efforts to Secure Our Nation's Seaports: GAO-08-86T, October 4, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 52 pages) Accessible Text

High-Containment Biosafety Laboratories: Preliminary Observations on the Oversight of the Proliferation of BSL-3 and BSL-4 Laboratories in the United States: GAO-08-108T, October 4, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 39 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: Law Enforcement Agencies Lack Directives to Assist Foreign Nations: GAO-08-144T, October 4, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Security Vulnerabilities at Unmanned and Unmonitored U.S. Border Locations: GAO-07-884T, September 27, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 18 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Preliminary Information on Federal Actions to Address Challenges Faced by State and Local Information Fusion Centers: GAO-07-1241T, September 27, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 17 pages) Accessible Text

September 11: Problems Remain in Planning for and Providing Health Screening and Monitoring Services for Responders: GAO-07-1253T, September 20, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 29 pages) Accessible Text

September 11: Improvements Needed in Availability of Health Screening and Monitoring Services for Responders: GAO-07-1228T, September 18, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 27 pages) Accessible Text

Nuclear Security: DOE and NRC Have Different Security Requirements for Protecting Weapons-Grade Material from Terrorist Attacks: GAO-07-1197R, September 11, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 7 pages) Accessible Text

September 11: Improvements Needed in Availability of Health Screening and Monitoring Services for Responders: GAO-07-1229T, September 10, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 27 pages) Accessible Text

Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection: Advance Electronic Transmission of Passenger and Crew Member Manifests for Commercial Aircraft and Vessels: GAO-07-1202R, September 6, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 4 pages) Full Report (HTML)

World Trade Center: EPA's Most Recent Test and Clean Program Raises Concerns That Need to Be Addressed to Better Prepare for Indoor Contamination Following Disasters: GAO-07-1091, September 5, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 85 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Aviation Security: Federal Coordination for Responding to In-flight Security Threats Has Matured, but Procedures Can Be Strengthened: GAO-07-891R, July 31, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 11 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

September 11: HHS Needs to Ensure the Availability of Health Screening and Monitoring for All Responders: GAO-07-892, July 23, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 40 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Information on Port Security in the Caribbean Basin: GAO-07-804R, June 29, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 39 pages) Accessible Text

Defense Acquisitions: An Analysis of the Special Operations Command's Management of Weapon System Programs: GAO-07-620, June 28, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 45 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Cybercrime: Public and Private Entities Face Challenges in Addressing Cyber Threats: GAO-07-705, June 22, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 59 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Department of Homeland Security: Science and Technology Directorate's Expenditure Plan: GAO-07-868, June 22, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 38 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Guidance from Operations Directorate Will Enhance Collaboration among Departmental Operations Centers: GAO-07-683T, June 20, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 24 pages) Accessible Text

World Trade Center: Preliminary Observations on EPA's Second Program to Address Indoor Contamination: GAO-07-806T, June 20, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 14 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Terrorism: Law Enforcement Agencies Lack Directives to Assist Foreign Nations to Identify, Disrupt, and Prosecute Terrorists: GAO-07-697, May 25, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 73 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Global War on Terrorism: Reported Obligations for the Department of Defense: GAO-07-783R, May 18, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 12 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: Foreign Airport Assessments and Air Carrier Inspections Help Enhance Security, but Oversight of These Efforts Can Be Strengthened: GAO-07-729, May 11, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 124 pages) Accessible Text

Maritime Security: Opportunities Exist to Further Clarify the Consequences of a Liquefied Natural Gas Tanker Spill: GAO-07-840T, May 7, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 11 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: Federal Efforts to Secure U.S.-Bound Air Cargo Are in the Early Stages and Could Be Strengthened: GAO-07-660, April 30, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 107 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Maritime Security: Observations on Selected Aspects of the SAFE Port Act: GAO-07-754T, April 26, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 45 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: TSA's Change to Its Prohibited Items List Has Not Resulted in Any Reported Security Incidents, but the Impact of the Change on Screening Operations Is Inconclusive: GAO-07-623R, April 25, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Department of Homeland Security: Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards: GAO-07-747R, April 24, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 5 pages) Full Report (HTML)

Aviation Security: Risk, Experience, and Customer Concerns Drive Changes to Airline Passenger Screening Procedures, but Evaluation and Documentation of Proposed Changes Could Be Improved: GAO-07-634, April 16, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 77 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

DHS Multi-Agency Operation Centers Would Benefit from Taking Further Steps to Enhance Collaboration and Coordination: GAO-07-686R, April 5, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 30 pages) Accessible Text

Financial Market Preparedness: Significant Progress Has Been Made, but Pandemic Planning and Other Challenges Remain: GAO-07-399, March 29, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 54 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Operation Iraqi Freedom: DOD Should Apply Lessons Learned Concerning the Need for Security over Conventional Munitions Storage Sites to Future Operations Planning: GAO-07-444, March 22, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 39 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Operation Iraqi Freedom: DOD Should Apply Lessons Learned Concerning the Need for Security over Conventional Munitions Storage Sites to Future Operations Planning: GAO-07-639T, March 22, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 16 pages) Accessible Text

Maritime Security: Public Safety Consequences of a Liquefied Natural Gas Spill Need Clarification: GAO-07-633T, March 21, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 11 pages) Accessible Text

Passenger Rail Security: Federal Strategy and Enhanced Coordination Needed to Prioritize and Guide Security Efforts: GAO-07-583T, March 7, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 27 pages) Accessible Text

Foreign Assistance: U.S. Assistance to the West Bank and Gaza for Fiscal Years 2005 and 2006: GAO-07-443R, March 5, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 20 pages) Accessible Text

Data Mining: Early Attention to Privacy in Developing a Key DHS Program Could Reduce Risks: GAO-07-293, February 28, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 35 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Section 1206 Security Assistance Program--Findings on Criteria, Coordination, and Implementation: GAO-07-416R, February 28, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 27 pages) Accessible Text

Maritime Security: Public Safety Consequences of a Terrorist Attack on a Tanker Carrying Liquefied Natural Gas Need Clarification: GAO-07-316, February 22, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 46 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Passenger Rail Security: Federal Strategy and Enhanced Coordination Needed to Prioritize and Guide Security Efforts: GAO-07-459T, February 13, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 34 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Applying Risk Management Principles to Guide Federal Investments: GAO-07-386T, February 7, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 41 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security Grants: Observations on Process DHS Used to Allocate Funds to Selected Urban Areas: GAO-07-381R, February 7, 2007; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 49 pages) Accessible Text

Passenger Rail Security: Federal Strategy and Enhanced Coordination Needed to Prioritize and Guide Security Efforts: GAO-07-442T, February 6, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 33 pages) Accessible Text

High Risk Series: An Update: GAO-07-310, January 31, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 98 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Progress Has Been Made to Address the Vulnerabilities Exposed by 9/11, but Continued Federal Action Is Needed to Further Mitigate Security Risks: GAO-07-375, January 24, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 120 pages) Accessible Text

Chemical and Biological Defense: Updated Intelligence, Clear Guidance, and Consistent Priorities Needed to Guide Investments in Collective Protection: GAO-07-113, January 19, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 54 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Passenger Rail Security: Enhanced Federal Leadership Needed to Prioritize and Guide Security Efforts: GAO-07-225T, January 18, 2007; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 31 pages) Accessible Text

Global War On Terrorism: Fiscal Year 2006 Obligation Rates Are Within Funding Levels and Significant Multiyear Procurement Funds Will Likely Remain Available for Use in Fiscal Year 2007: GAO-07-76, November 13, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 44 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Homeland Security: Opportunities Exist to Enhance Collaboration at 24/7 Operations Centers Staffed by Multiple DHS Agencies: GAO-07-89, October 20, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 54 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Terrorist Watch List Screening: Efforts to Help Reduce Adverse Effects on the Public: GAO-06-1031, September 29, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 79 pages) Accessible Text

Foreign Assistance: Recent Improvements Made, but USAID Should Do More to Help Ensure Aid Is Not Provided for Terrorist Activities in West Bank and Gaza: GAO-06-1062R, September 29, 2006; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 44 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Terrorism Insurance: Measuring and Predicting Losses from Unconventional Weapons Is Difficult, but Some Industry Exposure Exists: GAO-06-1081, September 25, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 41 pages) Accessible Text

Military Operations: Background Screenings of Contractor Employees Supporting Deployed Forces May Lack Critical Information, but U.S. Forces Take Steps to Mitigate the Risk Contractors May Pose: GAO-06-999R, September 22, 2006; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 19 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Nuclear Terrorism: Federal Efforts to Respond to Nuclear and Radiological Threats and to Protect Emergency Response Capabilities Could Be Strengthened: GAO-06-1015, September 21, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 39 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Force Structure: DOD Needs to Integrate Data into Its Force Identification Process and Examine Options to Meet Requirements for High-Demand Support Forces: GAO-06-962, September 5, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 40 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Special Operations Forces: Several Human Capital Challenges Must Be Addressed to Meet Expanded Role: GAO-06-812, July 31, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 54 pages) Recommendations (HTML)

Security Assistance: Lapses in Human Rights Screening in North African Countries Indicate Need for Further Oversight: GAO-06-850, July 31, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 42 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Border Security: Stronger Actions Needed to Assess and Mitigate Risks of the Visa Waiver Program: GAO-06-854, July 28, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 65 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Global War on Terrorism: Observations on Funding, Costs, and Future Commitments: GAO-06-885T, July 18, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 23 pages) Accessible Text

Rebuilding Iraq: More Comprehensive National Strategy Needed to Help Achieve U.S. Goals: GAO-06-788, July 11, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 59 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Rebuilding Iraq: More Comprehensive National Strategy Needed to Help Achieve U.S. Goals and Overcome Challenges: GAO-06-953T, July 11, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 28 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Investigators Transported Radioactive Sources Across Our Nation's Borders at Two Locations: GAO-06-940T, July 7, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 12 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Investigators Transported Radioactive Sources Across Our Nation's Borders at Two Locations: GAO-06-939T, July 5, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 12 pages) Accessible Text

International Financial Crime: Treasury's Roles and Responsibilities Relating to Selected Provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act: GAO-06-483, May 12, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 62 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Anthrax: Federal Agencies Have Taken Some Steps to Validate Sampling Methods and to Develop a Next-Generation Anthrax Vaccine: GAO-06-756T, May 9, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 32 pages) Accessible Text

Information Sharing: DHS Should Take Steps to Encourage More Widespread Use of Its Program to Protect and Share Critical Infrastructure Information: GAO-06-383, April 17, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 41 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Terrorist Financing: Agencies Can Improve Efforts to Deliver Counter-Terrorism-Financing Training and Technical Assistance Abroad: GAO-06-632T, April 6, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 30 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Nuclear Power: Plants Have Upgraded Security, but the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Needs to Improve Its Process for Revising the Design Basis Threat: GAO-06-555T, April 4, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 20 pages) Accessible Text

Securing Wastewater Facilities: Utilities Have Made Important Upgrades but Further Improvements to Key System Components May Be Limited by Costs and Other Constraints: GAO-06-390, March 31, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 68 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Cargo Container Inspections: Preliminary Observations on the Status of Efforts to Improve the Automated Targeting System: GAO-06-591T, March 30, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 21 pages) Accessible Text

Passenger Rail Security: Evaluating Foreign Security Practices and Risk Can Help Guide Security Efforts: GAO-06-557T, March 29, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 31 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Nuclear Smuggling: Challenges Facing U.S. Efforts to Deploy Radiation Detection Equipment in Other Countries and in the United States: GAO-06-558T, March 28, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 17 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Investigators Transported Radioactive Sources Across Our Nation's Borders at Two Locations: GAO-06-583T, March 28, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 12 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Investigators Successfully Transported Radioactive Sources Across Our Nation's Borders at Selected Locations: GAO-06-545R, March 28, 2006; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 13 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: Better Management Practices Could Enhance DHS's Ability to Allocate Investigative Resources: GAO-06-462T, March 28, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 21 pages) Accessible Text

Combating Nuclear Smuggling: DHS Has Made Progress Deploying Radiation Detection Equipment at U.S. Ports-of-Entry, but Concerns Remain: GAO-06-389, March 22, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 59 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Information Sharing: The Federal Government Needs to Establish Policies and Processes for Sharing Terrorism-Related and Sensitive but Unclassified Information: GAO-06-385, March 17, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 77 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Nuclear Power Plants: Efforts Made to Upgrade Security, but the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Design Basis Threat Process Should Be Improved: GAO-06-388, March 14, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 62 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Immigration Benefits: Additional Controls and a Sanctions Strategy Could Enhance DHS's Ability to Control Benefit Fraud: GAO-06-259, March 10, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 57 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Emergency Preparedness and Response: Some Issues and Challenges Associated with Major Emergency Incidents: GAO-06-467T, February 23, 2006; Summary (HTML) Full Report (PDF, 22 pages) Accessible Text

Border Security: Key Unresolved Issues Justify Reevaluation of Border Surveillance Technology Program: GAO-06-295, February 22, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 56 pages) Accessible Text

Aviation Security: Significant Management Challenges May Adversely Affect Implementation of the Transportation Security Administration's Secure Flight Program: GAO-06-374T, February 9, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 48 pages) Accessible Text

Homeland Security: DHS Is Taking Steps to Enhance Security at Chemical Facilities, but Additional Authority Is Needed: GAO-06-150, January 27, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF) Full Report (PDF, 86 pages) Accessible Text Recommendations (HTML)

Combating Terrorism: Determining and Reporting Federal Funding Data: GAO-06-161, January 17, 2006; Summary (HTML) Highlights Page (PDF)