David Mader, Controller, Office of Management and Budget

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David Mader, Controller, Office of Management and Budget

After a few years of declines, the government's improper payment rate jumped 14 percent in 2014. The Government Accountability Office said the increase came fro...

Federal News Network Staff

March 11, 2015 6:20 am

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After a few years of declines, the government’s improper payment rate jumped 14 percent in 2014. The Government Accountability Office said the increase came from major programs including Medicare fee for service, Medicaid, the earned income tax credit, unemployment insurance and supplemental security income. David Mader is the White House controller. On the Federal Drive with Tom Temin, he told Executive Editor Jason Miller about some new steps to move the needle in the right direction. Read Jason’s related story. Read part one of Jason’s interview with Dave Mader.