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Recent News

Previously Convicted Felon Indicted for Using Stolen Identities to Fraudulently Obtain SNAP Benefits

“This investigation determined that the defendant submitted fraudulent SNAP applications in the names of multiple victims, including a deceased individual. Identity theft affects the lives of many people. Our collaborative work to combat this type of fraud and promote the integrity of government programs remains a priority” - USDA OIG Special Agent in Charge Charmeka Parker

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Recent Reports

Cybersecurity of Artificial Intelligence Technology at USDA

Report Number:
50801-0018-12

We determined that USDA has not fully implemented cybersecurity and governance controls within Artificial Intelligence systems in compliance with federal standards, leaving the agency at risk of data breaches or reputational harm.

Inspection / Evaluation

IIJA – Forest Service Pre-Award Contracting Activities

Report Number:
08801-0005-51

We determined that the Forest Service did not fully comply with Federal laws and regulations when executing the pre-award contracting process for the sampled contracts from November 15, 2021, to March 31, 2025, resulting in more than $48.2 million in unsupported costs.

Inspection / Evaluation
Forest Service

Administration of USDA's Information Technology Regulations and Policies

Report Number:
50801-0016-12

We determined that USDA’s IT security directives are not sufficiently relevant and effective to address recent threats, as they are not consistently updated and some are similar in content or function, resulting in potential risks to USDA’s IT security posture.

Inspection / Evaluation

Controls Over Issuing and Excessing IT Equipment Billing

Report Number:
88801-0002-12

We determined that the Client Experience Center did not have adequate control activities over USDA client agencies’ computer equipment billing, which resulted in more than $83.3 million in unsupported costs.

Inspection / Evaluation
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