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OIG Investigates DHS and TSA Compliance with Transportation Security Card Program
OIG found that DHS delayed commissioning a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness of the Transportation Security Card Program in enhancing security and reducing security risks for facilities and vessels. Keep Reading
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