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Federal Reports
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Department of Education
U.S. Department of Education Semiannual Report to Congress, No. 73, April 1, 2016–September 30, 2016
During this period, we completed 35 investigations involving fraud or corruption related to the Department’s programs and operations, securing more than $27 million in settlements, fines, recoveries, forfeitures, and savings. In addition, as a result of our investigative work, criminal actions were taken against a number of people, including school officials and service providers who cheated the students they were in positions to serve. We also issued 11 audit and other reports that contained recommendations to improve program operations.
The Inspector General Act of 1978 (Public Law 95-452), as amended, requires that the Inspector General report semiannually to the head of the Department and the Congress on the activities of the office during the 6-month periods ending March 31 and September 30. The semiannual reports are intended to keep the Secretary and the Congress fully and currently informed of significant findings and recommendations by the Office of Inspector General.
