Assessment Methodology for

Economic Analysis

In its engagements, GAO may review economic analyses that are intended to inform decision-makers and stakeholders about the economic effects of a public action. The economic analyses that GAO reviews may have been performed to meet requirements described in Executive Order or related statutes, to propose or support an action, or to examine an action that has already been taken. The purpose of this report is to inform the public about the methodology that GAO may use to assess these economic analyses....