Events
GAO holds events for congressional staff in the Longworth House Office Building. Some of these events are recurring with regular hours, while others are held on specific dates.
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Scheduled Events
We’re bringing our scientific expertise to you in a series of events on pressing and emerging science and technology issues. These panels are held periodically in the Agency Connection Center of the Longworth House Office Building (Room B-245). Currently scheduled panels include:
July 15, 1PM-2PM • Competitiveness in S&T
GAO’s Chief Economist, Dr. Theresa Osborne, and one of GAO's S&T Directors, join Sterling to talk about what it takes to maintain competitiveness in a world of accelerating technology, fragile supply chains, and challenging international trade relationships.
July 23, 1PM-2PM • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building (B-245)
Each year, GAO assesses DOD’s progress in acquiring its costliest weapon systems, such as aircraft carriers, fighter jets, and tanks. GAO’s Shelby Oakley, Director, Contracting and National Security Acquisitions, and her team will talk about the challenges they identified in GAO’s 22nd annual assessment that DOD encounters in delivering new technologies quickly, while faced with constantly evolving threats.
Recurring Events
Tuesdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building (B-245)
Need assistance with appropriations issues? GAO is holding weekly office hours where you can chat with a representative from our Appropriations Law group. Assistant General Counsel Omari Norman will be available to field questions. No appointment is necessary.
Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET • Agency Connection Center in the Longworth House Office Building (B-245)
Have questions about science and technology policies or programs? GAO is holding weekly office hours where you can chat with our Chief Scientist. Chief Scientist Sterling Thomas will be available to field questions. No appointment is necessary.