anchor: know whether (1) government resources are managed properly and used in compliance with laws and regulations, (2) government programs are achieving their objectives and desired outcomes, and (3) government programs are being provided efficiently, economically, and effectively.
positive: It must be ascertained if the government programs meet regulatory standards, are on mission and provide services to the best of their abilities.
negative: Agencies were told there would be no need for any review of their compliance with federal laws or how well they served their constituents.