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We are so excited that our WatchBlog was recognized by the Center for Plain Language! The WatchBlog gives readers quick, easy-to-digest insights into our recent work—often putting it in the context of national discussion and breaking news.
ICYMI: Winning the Center for Plain Language 2024 ClearMark award in the Blog Posts & Summaries category, the US Government Accountability Office’s “The WatchBlog” earned high praise from our judges, who said, “The conversational style does not diminish the seriousness of the content or the professional, competent tone.” Congratulations again! See all winners: https://buff.ly/3McKPky
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In an age where cyberattacks are on the rise, federal cybersecurity is especially important. GAO’s Dave Hinchman sat down with Francis Rose on Fed Gov Today to discuss the key factors for successful federal cybersecurity modernization initiatives. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/e5HCprES
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We are excited to announce the appointment of four new members to our Tribal and Indigenous Advisory Council, which provides insight and advice on issues affecting Tribal Nations and their citizens. Learn more about the new members and the Council’s role: https://lnkd.in/e735fK-d
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The Coast Guard is taking steps to manage evolving risks in the Arctic, like climate change and geopolitical tensions. GAO’s Heather MacLeod discusses the Coast Guard's efforts and the importance of complete data in achieving its strategic goals, on Federal News Net’s podcast Federal Drive: https://lnkd.in/eTFVDMQU
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NEW BLOG POST—The U.S. is in the midst of an active wildfire season. As wildfires become more intense and common, the Forest Service has a surprising solution—fighting fire with fire. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at the Forest Service’s plans to increase the use of prescribed fires to combat wildfires: https://lnkd.in/e-a5M_7v
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The EPA says at least $630 billion is needed to overhaul clean water & wastewater infrastructure over the next 20 years. Our new report found that money will be allocated to states using a 1987 formula that doesn’t reflect current populations or needs. We convened experts who developed a new formula to better reflect these needs: https://lnkd.in/eq4Q8Ckc
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Cyberattacks on U.S. water infrastructure could produce unsafe drinking water—threatening public health and the environment. GAO’s Dave Hinchman discusses how EPA could strengthen the cybersecurity of water and wastewater systems on Federal News Network’s podcast Federal Drive with Tom Temin: https://lnkd.in/e_3nPfTk
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NEW BLOG POST—Millions of Americans struggle with food insecurity, which doesn’t discriminate by age. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at #FoodInsecurity trends among two particularly vulnerable populations—college students and seniors: https://lnkd.in/dHj6PpEf
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NEW BLOG POST—When the pause on federal student loans payments ended last year, there were concerns about high rates of delinquency. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at our new report on what happened when loans came due. Did borrowers pay? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eH_bz4xZ
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