The bill, "Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act," requires the Comptroller General to assess the vulnerability of Federally-funded programs administered by State and local governments to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. The assessment will identify vulnerable program areas and administrative practices at all levels and recommend strategies to strengthen integrity, reduce risks, and improve eligibility processes. The assessment will rely on existing oversight materials and can include additional analysis if needed. The Comptroller General will determine the form and methodology for each assessment. Definitions of "improper payment" and "State" are provided in the bill.
Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act
This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on federally funded state-administered programs (including programs subject to federal single audit requirements) that are at high risk for waste, fraud, and abuse.
Specifically, the report must
- identify program areas and administrative practices that make such programs systematically vulnerable to waste, fraud, and abuse;
- assess best practices that strengthen the administration of federally funded programs and prevent such vulnerabilities;
- identify federal tools, resources, and assistance to address vulnerability patterns; and
- include recommendations for addressing high-risk program areas and administrative practices.