Chemical and Biological Defense: Program Planning and Evaluation Should Follow Results Act Framework

T-NSIAD-00-180 Published: May 24, 2000. Publicly Released: May 24, 2000.

Highlights

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO discussed the Department of Defense's (DOD) application of the Government Performance and Results Act in its Chemical and Biological Defense Program.

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Biological warfareBiological weaponsChemical warfareCombat readinessDefense capabilitiesEmergency preparednessHomeland securityMilitary research and developmentPerformance measuresProgram evaluationStrategic planningTerrorism