Their purpose is to examine government programs and operations, and determine if they are efficient and effective. Some of their audits are required by law, but most are undertaken at the request of a Congressional Committee. Good site for program evaluation
"Private, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization to eliminate waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement in government through research and public education activities."
Formerly known as Florida government accountability report, it describes agency programs. Print copies in Florida government documents on the ground floor of Strozier and titles in this set are in the Florida call number starting with Fla-Doc PPA3. A22.