Events
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GAO holds events for congressional staff in the Longworth House Office Building. Some of these events are recurring with regular hours, while others are held on specific dates.
Scheduled Events
AI Data Centers and High-Performance Computing
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, September 22, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Join us as GAO experts discuss the growth and expansion of data centers and high-performance computing as they support AI and the impact they have on energy and water demands.
RSVP for the AI Data Centers Event
Federal Audit Clearinghouse Tool (FACET)
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, October 6, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Audit Like a Pro: FAC-tual Oversight for Grants
Did you know that if certain federal grantees spend $1 million or more in grants annually, they must undergo an audit? In this session, GAO experts will show you how it has used FAC.gov in its oversight work, and how you can tap into this resource.
Biometrics and Facial Recognition Technology
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, October 20, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Biometrics is the science of measuring and analyzing biological data. We will discuss past and ongoing GAO work, as well as current technology.
Critical Minerals
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, November 3, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Important technologies, including electric vehicle batteries, smartphones, and solar panels, require “critical” minerals such as magnesium and lithium. We will discuss the rapid growth of demand for these minerals and ways that the U.S. can ensure supply for sectors like national defense and health care.
RSVP for the Critical Minerals Event
Semiconductors and Export Controls
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, November 17, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Semiconductors are used to make electronics used for AI, communication devices, weapons, and more. GAO experts will discuss semiconductor manufacturing initiatives, export controls, and federal enforcement of these controls.
RSVP for the Semiconductors and Export Controls Event
GAO On the Horizon - S&T Trends 2025
Let's Talk Science Series
Monday, December 15, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
If you're interested in learning about S&T trends on the horizon, we will be discussing general purpose robots, nonmedical neural implants, and technologies to mitigate orbital space debris.
Office Hours (No Appointment Necessary)
Appropriations Law
Tuesdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Need assistance with appropriations issues? GAO is holding weekly office hours where you can chat with a representative from our Appropriations Law group. No appointment is necessary.
Science and Technology
Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building
Have questions about science and technology policy or programs? GAO’s Chief Scientist will be available to chat and field questions. No appointment is necessary.