Topic Collection: Transportation Security This page lists the most recent reports and testimonies related to transportation security issued since October 2000 organized in three categories: aviation security, maritime security, and surface transportation security. Aviation Security Maritime Security Surface Transportation Security Maritime Security

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Northern Border Security: DHS's Report Could Better Inform Congress by Identifying Actions, Resources, and Time Frames Needed to Address Vulnerabilities

GAO-09-93, November 25, 2008

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Various Issues Led to the Termination of the United States-Canada Shared Border Management Pilot Project

GAO-08-1038R, September 4, 2008

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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

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Secure Border Initiative Fiscal Year 2008 Expenditure Plan Shows Improvement, but Deficiencies Limit Congressional Oversight and DHS Accountability

GAO-08-739R, June 26, 2008

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Department of Homeland Security: Bureau of Customs and Border Protection: Changes to the Visa Waiver Program to Implement the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) Program

GAO-08-906R, June 23, 2008

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Maritime Security: National Strategy and Supporting Plans Were Generally Well-Developed and Are Being Implemented

GAO-08-672, June 20, 2008

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Nuclear Security: NRC and DHS Need to Take Additional Steps to Better Track and Detect Radioactive Materials

GAO-08-598, June 19, 2008

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Supply Chain Security: Challenges to Scanning 100 Percent of U.S.-Bound Cargo Containers

GAO-08-533T, June 12, 2008

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Border Security: Summary of Covert Tests and Security Assessments for the Senate Committee on Finance, 2003-2007

GAO-08-757, May 16, 2008

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Supply Chain Security: U.S. Customs and Border Protection Has Enhanced Its Partnership with Import Trade Sectors, but Challenges Remain in Verifying Security Practices

GAO-08-240, April 25, 2008

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Department of Homeland Security and Department of State: Documents Required for Travelers Departing From or Arriving in the United States at Sea and Land Ports-of-Entry From Within the Western Hemisphere

GAO-08-666R, April 21, 2008

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Homeland Security: DHS Has Taken Actions to Strengthen Border Security Programs and Operations, but Challenges Remain

GAO-08-542T, March 6, 2008

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Coast Guard: Observations on the Fiscal Year 2009 Budget, Recent Performance, and Related Challenges

GAO-08-494T, March 6, 2008

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Coast Guard: Deepwater Program Management Initiatives and Key Homeland Security Missions

GAO-08-531T, March 5, 2008

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Homeland Security: Strategic Solution for US-VISIT Program Needs to Be Better Defined, Justified, and Coordinated

GAO-08-361, February 29, 2008

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Federal User Fees: Substantive Reviews Needed to Align Port-Related Fees with the Programs They Support

GAO-08-321, February 22, 2008

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Maritime Security: Coast Guard Inspections Identify and Correct Facility Deficiencies, but More Analysis Needed of Program's Staffing, Practices, and Data

GAO-08-12, February 14, 2008

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Supply Chain Security: Examinations of High-Risk Cargo at Foreign Seaports Have Increased, but Improved Data Collection and Performance Measures Are Needed

GAO-08-187, January 25, 2008

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Observations on Implementing the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

GAO-08-274R, December 20, 2007

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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

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Border Security: Despite Progress, Weaknesses in Traveler Inspections Exist at Our Nation's Ports of Entry

GAO-08-219, November 5, 2007

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Transportation Security: TSA Has Made Progress in Implementing the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Program, but Challenges Remain

GAO-08-133T, October 31, 2007

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Maritime Security: The SAFE Port Act: Status and Implementation One Year Later

GAO-08-126T, October 30, 2007

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Maritime Security: One Year Later: A Progress Report on the SAFE Port Act

GAO-08-171T, October 16, 2007

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Maritime Security: The SAFE Port Act and Efforts to Secure Our Nation's Seaports

GAO-08-86T, October 4, 2007

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Border Security: Security Vulnerabilities at Unmanned and Unmonitored U.S. Border Locations

GAO-07-884T, September 27, 2007

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Information on Port Security in the Caribbean Basin

GAO-07-804R, June 29, 2007

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Maritime Security: Opportunities Exist to Further Clarify the Consequences of a Liquefied Natural Gas Tanker Spill

GAO-07-840T, May 7, 2007

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Maritime Security: Observations on Selected Aspects of the SAFE Port Act

GAO-07-754T, April 26, 2007

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International Trade: Persistent Weaknesses in the In-Bond Cargo System Impede Customs and Border Protection's Ability to Address Revenue, Trade, and Security Concerns

GAO-07-561, April 17, 2007

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Transportation Security: TSA Has Made Progress in Implementing the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Program, but Challenges Remain

GAO-07-681T, April 12, 2007

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Port Risk Management: Additional Federal Guidance Would Aid Ports in Disaster Planning and Recovery

GAO-07-412, March 28, 2007

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Maritime Security: Public Safety Consequences of a Liquefied Natural Gas Spill Need Clarification

GAO-07-633T, March 21, 2007

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Homeland Security: Applying Risk Management Principles to Guide Federal Investments

GAO-07-386T, February 7, 2007

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Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Coast Guard: Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Implementation in the Maritime Sector; Hazardous Materials Endorsement for a Commercial Driver's License

GAO-07-419R, February 1, 2007

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Homeland Security: Agriculture Specialists' Views of Their Work Experiences After Transfer to DHS

GAO-07-209R, November 14, 2006

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Maritime Security: Information-Sharing Efforts Are Improving

GAO-06-933T, July 10, 2006

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Cargo Container Inspections: Preliminary Observations on the Status of Efforts to Improve the Automated Targeting System

GAO-06-591T, March 30, 2006

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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

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Risk Management: Further Refinements Needed to Assess Risks and Prioritize Protective Measures at Ports and Other Critical Infrastructure

GAO-06-91, December 15, 2005

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Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration: Maritime Security Program

GAO-06-123R, October 6, 2005

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Strategic Budgeting: Risk Management Principles Can Help DHS Allocate Resources to Highest Priorities

GAO-05-824T, June 29, 2005

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Maritime Security: Enhancements Made, But Implementation and Sustainability Remain Key Challenges

GAO-05-448T, May 17, 2005

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Container Security: A Flexible Staffing Model and Minimum Equipment Requirements Would Improve Overseas Targeting and Inspection Efforts

GAO-05-557, April 26, 2005

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Maritime Security: New Structures Have Improved Information Sharing, but Security Clearance Processing Requires Further Attention

GAO-05-394, April 15, 2005

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Coast Guard: Observations on Agency Priorities in Fiscal Year 2006 Budget Request

GAO-05-364T, March 17, 2005

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Coast Guard: Station Readiness Improving, but Resource Challenges and Management Concerns Remain

GAO-05-161, January 31, 2005

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Homeland Security: Process for Reporting Lessons Learned from Seaport Exercises Needs Further Attention

GAO-05-170, January 14, 2005

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Port Security: Better Planning Needed to Develop and Operate Maritime Worker Identification Card Program

GAO-05-106, December 10, 2004

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Maritime Security: Better Planning Needed to Help Ensure an Effective Port Security Assessment Program

GAO-04-1062, September 30, 2004

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Maritime Security Fleet: Many Factors Determine Impact of Potential Limits on Food Aid Shipments

GAO-04-1065, September 13, 2004

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Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration: Maritime Security Program

GAO-04-1007R, July 29, 2004

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Maritime Security: Partnering Could Reduce Federal Costs and Facilitate Implementation of Automatic Vessel Identification System

GAO-04-868, July 23, 2004

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Maritime Security: Substantial Work Remains to Translate New Planning Requirements into Effective Port Security

GAO-04-838, June 30, 2004

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Coast Guard: Key Management and Budget Challenges for Fiscal Year 2005 and Beyond

GAO-04-636T, April 7, 2004

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Homeland Security: Summary of Challenges Faced in Targeting Oceangoing Cargo Containers for Inspection

GAO-04-557T, March 31, 2004

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Maritime Law Exemption: Exemption Provides Limited Competitive Advantage, but Barriers to Further Entry under U.S. Flag Remain

GAO-04-421, February 27, 2004

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Freight Transportation: Strategies Needed to Address Planning and Financing Limitations

GAO-04-165, December 19, 2003

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Posthearing Questions Related to Aviation and Port Security

GAO-04-315R, December 12, 2003

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Maritime Security: Progress Made in Implementing Maritime Transportation Security Act, but Concerns Remain

GAO-03-1155T, September 9, 2003

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Transportation Security Research: Coordination Needed in Selecting and Implementing Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessments

GAO-03-502, May 1, 2003

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Transportation Security: Post-September 11th Initiatives and Long-Term Challenges

GAO-03-616T, April 1, 2003

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Combating Terrorism: Actions Needed to Improve Force Protection for DOD Deployments through Domestic Seaports

GAO-03-15, October 22, 2002

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Marine Transportation: Federal Financing and an Infrastructure Investment Framework

GAO-02-1090T, September 9, 2002

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Port Security: Nation Faces Formidable Challenges in Making New Initiatives Successful

GAO-02-993T, August 5, 2002

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National Preparedness: Integrating New and Existing Technology and Information Sharing into an Effective Homeland Security Strategy

GAO-02-811T, June 7, 2002

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