Program Integrity
Data can help Tribal programs better understand community needs, measure outcomes, and make informed decisions that strengthen services for families. The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis will host the virtual 2026 Center for Indian Country…
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed changes to the regulations governing federal financial assistance, including grants and cooperative agreements that support programs administered by states, tribes, local governments, and…
The Acting Secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor is urging governors to take immediate steps to address ongoing risks of unemployment insurance (UI) fraud, signaling continued concern about vulnerabilities in state-administered benefit…
The U.S. Department of Labor announced that it has recovered more than $512 million in fraudulent unemployment insurance claims and returned those funds to the U.S. Treasury. This release highlights this ongoing federal effort to identify…
Childcare support is a key piece of how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs help parents work, attend training, and stay on track toward stability. But increased attention on fraud and improper payments can create pressure to…
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) serves over 40 million Americans annually, and SNAP program integrity involves multiple federal and state responsibilities, including eligibility verification, payment accuracy oversight, fraud…