Tag: GAO

State Department ventures into conflict minerals

by Cydney Posner Bloomberg BNA is reporting that the State Department has launched a new review of  “how best to support responsible sourcing of conflict minerals,” which will continue through April 28. Although it’s not known whether the SEC is involved in the State Department’s efforts, BNA suggests that the […]

GAO issues second annual conflict minerals report

by Cydney Posner The GAO has issued its annual conflict minerals report to Congress, entitled  “Companies Face Continuing Challenges in Determining Whether Their Conflict Minerals Benefit Armed Groups.” The GAO is required to report annually on the effectiveness of the SEC’s conflict minerals rule in promoting peace and security in […]