Federal Reports

We found two issues that hinder a more effective geothermal energy program at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). First, Geothermal Resources Operational Orders (orders) are outdated. BLM no longer uses several of the orders, some orders reference organizations and regulations incorrectly, one order has been in draft status since 1980, and none of the orders address inspection and enforcement adequately. Second, BLM does not have a standardized geothermal inspection and enforcement program. We found variations in types of inspections conducted, forms and formats used for conducting inspections, and frequency of inspections. We also found issues concerning who is conducting inspections and the training requirements for inspectors. Finally, we found inconsistencies in data collection for inspections because there is no guidance on data collection.

The audit objectives were to determine whether program funds were managed in accordance with the ARC and Federal grant requirements

We reviewed management's assertions contained in the Detailed Accounting of Fiscal Year 2012 Drug Control Funds, dated January 28, 2013 (Accounting). The U.S. Department of Education's management is responsible for the Accounting and the assertions contained therein. Based on our review, nothing came to our attention that caused us to believe that management's assertions, contained in the Accounting, are not fairly stated in all material respects, based upon the Office of National Drug Control Policy Circular: Drug Control Accounting, dated May 1, 2007.