Hugues Dumont: 210 books

Book cover of DEFENSE BUDGET

DEFENSE BUDGET

Actions Needed to Improve the Management of Foreign Currency Funds

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2018

DOD requested about $60 billion for fiscal years 2009 - 2017 to purchase goods and services overseas and reimburse service-members for costs incurred while stationed abroad. DOD uses foreign currency exchange rates to budget and pay (that is, disburse amounts) for these expenses. It also manages the...
Book cover of MILITARY HOUSING PRIVATIZATION

MILITARY HOUSING PRIVATIZATION

DOD Should Take Steps to Improve Monitoring, Reporting, and Risk Assessment

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: March 21, 2018

In 1996 Congress provided DOD with authorities enabling it to obtain private-sector financing and management to repair, renovate, construct, and operate military housing. DOD has since privatized 99 percent of its domestic housing...
Book cover of U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Additional Data Analysis Could Enhance Monitoring of U.S. Cattle Market

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 10, 2018

The U.S. cattle industry accounted for about $64 billion in receipts in 2016, according to USDA. The price of fed cattle has fluctuated widely from 2013 through 2016 and experienced a sharp downturn beginning in late 2015, raising concerns about the market and questions about USDA’s oversight...
Book cover of TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

After Oversight Lapses, Compliance with Policy Governing Special Authority Has Been Strengthened

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: February 5, 2018

TSA is responsible for securing the nation’s transportation systems and uses security technologies to screen airline passengers and their luggage to prevent prohibited items from being carried on commercial aircraft. TSA has special authority for using OTAs, which are not subject to certain federal...
Book cover of MILITARY BASES

MILITARY BASES

DOD Should Address Challenges with Communication and Mission Changes to Improve Future Base Realignment and Closure Rounds

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2018

The 2005 BRAC round was the costliest and most complex BRAC round ever. In contrast to prior rounds, which focused on the goal of reducing excess infrastructure, DOD’s goals for BRAC 2005 also included transforming the military and fostering joint activities...
Book cover of COMMUNITY BANKS AND CREDIT UNIONS

COMMUNITY BANKS AND CREDIT UNIONS

Regulators Could Take Additional Steps to Address Compliance Burdens

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: March 2, 2018

In recent decades, many new regulations intended to strengthen financial soundness, improve consumer protections, and aid anti-money laundering efforts were implemented for financial institutions. Smaller community banks and credit unions must comply with some of the regulations, but compliance can...
Book cover of TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

Surface Transportation Inspector Activities Should Align More Closely With Identified Risks

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: February 5, 2018

The global terrorist threat to surface transportation – freight and passenger rail, mass transit, highway, maritime and pipeline systems – has increased in recent years, as demonstrated by the 2017 London vehicle attacks and a 2016 thwarted attack on mass transit in the New York area. TSA is the...
Book cover of FEDERAL HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE

FEDERAL HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE

CMS Needs to Ensure Complete, Accurate Data on Terminations of Coverage for Nonpayment of Premiums

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 9, 2018

CMS has noted that it is important for enrollees to maintain continuous health insurance coverage to ensure the stability of the FFE. Certain rules allow for enrollment flexibilities—such as special enrollment periods and a 3-month grace period that is allowed before coverage is terminated for recipients...
Book cover of KC-46 TANKER MODERNIZATION

KC-46 TANKER MODERNIZATION

Program Cost Is Stable, but Schedule May Be Further Delayed

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 18, 2018

The KC-46 tanker modernization program, valued at about $44 billion, is among the Air Force’s highest acquisition priorities. Aerial refueling—the transfer of fuel from airborne tankers to combat and airlift forces—is critical to the U.S. military’s ability to effectively operate globally....
Book cover of COAST GUARD HEALTH RECORDS

COAST GUARD HEALTH RECORDS

Timely Acquisition of New System Is Critical to Overcoming Challenges with Paper Process

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: February 3, 2018

In 2010, the Coast Guard initiated an effort—known as IHiS—to replace its aging EHR system with a new system that was to modernize various health care services for its nearly 50,000 military members. However, in October 2015, the Coast Guard announced that the modernization project would be canceled...
Book cover of SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER

SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER

Information on Recovery Housing Prevalence, Selected States’ Oversight, and Funding

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018

Substance abuse and illicit drug use, including the use of heroin and the misuse of or dependence on alcohol and prescription opioids, is a growing problem in the United States. Individuals with SUD may face challenges in remaining drug- and alcohol-free. Recovery housing can offer safe, supportive,...
Book cover of OFFSHORE SEISMIC SURVEYS

OFFSHORE SEISMIC SURVEYS

Additional Guidance Needed to Help Ensure Timely Reviews

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: February 3, 2018

Additional Guidance Needed to Help Ensure Timely Reviews
Book cover of DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

New Process to Review Financial Assistance for Research Projects Created Uncertainty

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: March 3, 2018

ARPA-E provides funding for research to overcome long-term and high-risk technological barriers in developing energy technologies. Since 2009, ARPA-E has awarded approximately $1.3 billion to universities, public and private companies, and national laboratories to fund energy research projects. Starting...
Book cover of UN PEACEKEEPING

UN PEACEKEEPING

Cost Estimate for Hypothetical U.S. Operation Exceeds Actual Costs for Comparable UN Operation

by Hugues Dumont
Language: English
Release Date: February 6, 2018

To promote international peace and security, the UN had 16 ongoing peacekeeping operations worldwide as of June 30, 2017, with a total budget of almost $8 billion in UN fiscal year 2017 and contributions of over 100,000 military, police, and civilian personnel from more than 120 countries. The United...
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