Today's GAO Reports - January 29, 2008

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) today released the following report and testimonies:

Testimonies

1. Long-Term Fiscal Outlook: Action Is Needed to Avoid the Possibility of a Serious Economic Disruption in the Future, by David M. Walker, comptroller general of the United States, before the Senate Committee on the Budget. GAO-08-411T, January 29.  Highlights

2. Medical Devices: Challenges for FDA in Conducting Manufacturer Inspections, by Marcia Crosse, director, health care, before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, House Committee on Energy and Commerce. GAO-08-428T, January 29.  Highlights

3. Federal Oversight of Food Safety: FDA's Food Protection Plan Proposes Positive First Steps, but Capacity to Carry Them Out Is Critical, by Lisa R. Shames, director, natural resources and environment, before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, House Committee on Energy and Commerce. GAO-08-435T, January 29.  Highlights

Presentation By The Comptroller General

1. "Saving Our Future Requires Tough Choices Today," by David M. Walker, comptroller general of the United States, on the Fiscal Wake-Up Tour in Tallahassee, Florida. GAO-08-465CG, January 14, 2008.

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