Inconsistencies Found in Clearance Decisions

GAO recently reported on how two large agencies, DoD and DHS, handle decisions to revoke security clearances for their employees, clearances that in many cases are needed to hold a position. It found inconsistencies on the standards used to make those decisions as well as in the information provided to affected employees, and in the impact on individuals’ careers. For a closer look, go to https://www.fedweek.com/HFI in the free info section of our website.