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GAO-01-419SP 1 (2001-03-01)

handle is hein.gao/gaobabmeh0001 and id is 1 raw text is: PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE - MANAGING DIRECTOR John H. Anderson, Jr. . . . . ..ECTO RS Stanley J. Czerwinski Gerald L. Dillingham, Ph.D. Peter F Guerrero JayEtta Hecker Bernard L. Ungar Phyllis E Scheinberg * PHONE (202) 512-2834 MAILING ADDRESS U.S. General Accounting Office Physical Infrastructure Room 2T23 441 G Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20548 The nation's economic growth and security are heavily dependent on its physical infrastructure systems that include, among other things, transportation, postal and delivery, and communications networks; public housing; and thousands of federal buildings and facilities. Historically, the federal government has supported the construction of much of this infrastructure and helped ensure the safety and efficiency of the services itprovides. Federal agencies estimate that hundreds of billions of dollars will be needed over 20years to construct, repair, and maintain such systems. Physical Infrastructure has the lead responsibility in GAO for helping the Congress and agencies maintain a safe and efficient physical infrastructure. DECRPT Our oversight responsibilities are governmentwide and include reviews of (1) the full range of infrastructure investment needs and spending trends, (2) housing and urban development projects, (3) financing methods and environmental/economic impact of infrastructure projects, (4) federal efforts to reduce accidents, injuries, and fatalities in all transportation modes, (5) the viability and quality of postal services, (6) telecommunications infrastructure, (7) disaster assistance, and (8) the acquisition, construction, maintenance, and security of the nation's federal buildings and facilities. Our work helps the Congress and federal agencies to ensure the continued functionality of the nation's infrastructure. For example, our work on infrastructure project oversight and financing provides the Congress with information on the resources needed and financing alternatives available to maintain and modernize the nation's transportation systems, public buildings, and public housing. We also evaluate the impact of infrastructure on the surrounding environment to help federal and local officials consider options as they debate the economic, transportation, and environmental issues associated with economic development. Through our work on transportation safety and security, we (1) promote a better understanding of the root causes of accidents, injuries, and fatalities and the related costs to society and (2) identify potential solutions. Finally, our work on the impact of transportation, telecommunications, and postal policies on competition and consumers helps the Congress assess both the existing level of competition and options to reshape legislation, as necessary.

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