Discuss the results of a review of GAO¿s diversity programs. Examines diversity at the top levels of 5 legislative branch agencies. Garcia¿s testimony addresses: (1) whether GAO¿s diversity programs and initiatives are achieving better representation of women and minorities in the agency¿s Senior Exec. Service (SES) and managerial ranks (GS-15), and their equivalents; (2) the accuracy and completeness of the FY 2007 complaint and discrimination data reported to Congress; and (3) the independent authority and reporting relationships of the Managing Director of GAO¿s Office of Opportunity and Inclusiveness. Charts and tables.

GAO, like other fed. agencies, faces challenges in increasing diversity in its workforce, including top leadership. Because of congressional interest in the effectiveness of diversity offices and the under-representation of women and minorities in legislative branch agencies, Congress asked the GAO¿s Inspector General to: (1) determine whether GAO¿s diversity efforts are achieving better representation of women and minorities in top leadership; (2) evaluate the accuracy and completeness of GAO¿s FY 2007 complaint and discrimination data; and (3) assess the independence and reporting relationships of the head of GAO¿s Office of Opportunity and Inclusiveness. Includes recommendations. Illustrations.