U.S. Government Accountability Office High Risk List

There are 38 areas on our High Risk List as of February 2025. Our list has led to significant financial benefits for the country and taxpayers. Efforts to address High Risk issues have totaled nearly $759 billion in savings—an average of $40 billion per year. Since the last update 2 years ago, progress was seen in ten areas, resulting in approximately $84 billion in financial benefits.
Congress and executive agencies working together on our open recommendations can lead to lasting solutions and billions more in cost-savings for Americans. Overall, 25 areas maintained their status. Three areas regressed—DOD Weapon Systems Acquisition, Improving IT Acquisitions and Management, and Managing Federal Real Property. And, we added one new area on federal disaster assistance due to the recent increase in natural disasters and the need for efficient and effective federal relief.

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