AGA Exam CGFM Topic 1 Question 70 Discussion

What Is GPRA? The Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) of 1993 was designed to improve the performance of federal programs by requiring federal agencies to establish goals, measure performance, and report on their progress.

Stated Purposes of GPRA:

Improve Service Delivery (Option A): GPRA helps agencies align performance goals with customer needs, improving service delivery.

Improve Internal Management Practices (Option B): By requiring performance metrics and evaluations, GPRA enhances internal management and decision-making processes.

Improve Program Effectiveness (Option D): GPRA aims to make federal programs more effective by fostering accountability and linking resources to results.

Why Option C Is Incorrect:

GPRA does not provide detailed instructions on program reporting. While it requires agencies to report on their performance, it does not dictate the specific steps or instructions for reporting. Instead, agencies design their own reporting processes within the GPRA framework.

Reference and Documents:

Government Performance and Results Act of 1993: Stipulates the law's objectives but does not mention program reporting instructions.

GAO Report on GPRA Implementation: Highlights GPRA's purpose to improve performance management and accountability without prescribing reporting instructions.