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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Controls Over Issuance of Genetically Engineered Organism Release Permits

Report Information

Date Issued
Report Number:
50601-0008-TE
Report Type
Audit
Joint Report
Yes
Participating OIG
Department of Agriculture OIG
Agency Wide
Yes (agency-wide)
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0
View report on Oversight.gov

Recommendations

Revise and consolidate policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements for GE field releases.

Revise and clarify policies and regulations regarding the use of metal shipping containers.

Update regulations to incorporate the provisions of the Plant Protection Act of 2000.