Number: RL32098 Title: The Office of Federal Student Aid: The Federal Governments First Performance-Based Organization Authors: Charmaine Jackson, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: This report provides an overview of the authorizing legislation for the Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), including the organizations purpose, structure, and goals. The report concludes with a discussion of program and policy matters related to FSAs status as a performance-based organization over the last five years. Pages: 10 Date: Updated October 2, 2003