Federal Reports

The Inspector General Act of 1978 (Public Law 95-452), as amended, requires that the Inspector General report semiannually to the head of the Department and the Congress on the activities of the office during the 6-month periods ending March 31 and September 30. The semiannual reports are intended to keep the Secretary and the Congress fully and currently informed of significant findings and recommendations by the Office of Inspector General.

In completing our audit of the financial statements of the United States Capitol Police (USCP or the Department) as of and for the year ended September 30, 2012. We noted matters that present opportunities for strengthening internal control, compliance control, and operating efficiency. 

2013 marks the 100-year anniversary of Parcel Post, now known as Standard Post. Today, the way goods are bought and sold is changing again because of the Internet. The rapid growth of e-commerce is bringing expansion and disruption to the parcel delivery market. As this transformation continues, questions about the U.S. Postal Service’s role as both a competitor in this marketplace and part of the government may logically arise.