U.s. Government Accountability Office
Published: 2017-08-17
Total Pages: 60
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"This report responds to two GAOmandates under the AmericanRecovery and Reinvestment Act of2009 (Recovery Act). It is the latest report on the uses of andaccountability for Recovery Act funds in selected states and localities,focusing on the $48.1 billion provided to the Department of Transportation(DOT) to invest in transportationinfrastructure. This report alsoexamines the quality of recipients'reports about the jobs created andretained with Recovery Act transportation funds.This report addresses the (1) status,use, and outcomes of Recovery Acttransportation funding nationwideand in selected states; (2) actionstaken by federal, state, and otheragencies to monitor and ensure accountability for those funds; (3) changes in the quality of jobs data reported by Recovery Act recipientsof transportation funds over time;and (4) challenges faced and lessonslearned from DOT and recipients.GAO analyzed DOT and recipientreported data; reviewed federal legislation, guidance, and reports;reviewed prior work and other studies; and interviewed DOT, state, and local officials."