GAO report finds problems with Alaska oil leases
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ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A report by the federal Government Accountability Office says the Minerals Management Service has not properly considered the environmental effects of offshore petroleum lease sales in Alaska.
The GAO, Congress’ investigative arm, says the Minerals Management Service did not provide consistent policy to guide staff members in environmental reviews of petroleum drilling, and that has left the agency vulnerable to litigation and allegations of scientific misconduct. more »