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Finding 484477 (2023-013)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.313 § 200.317 § 200.332 § 200.403
ALN: 20.509, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliance with Federal Procurement Requirements - MDT - The Montana Department of Transportation has hired new leadership for the Transit Section, who are actively working with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the subrecipients to formalize proc...
ALN: 20.509, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliance with Federal Procurement Requirements - MDT - The Montana Department of Transportation has hired new leadership for the Transit Section, who are actively working with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the subrecipients to formalize procedures, document oversight measures, and correct the deficiencies. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Rob Stapley, Administrator, Montana Department of Transportation, Target Date: 06/30/2025
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 484457 (2023-055)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.303 § 200.403
ALN: 93.323, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Supporting Documentation - ELC - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services is in the process of collecting additional documentation for the Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases program from our subreci...
ALN: 93.323, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Supporting Documentation - ELC - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services is in the process of collecting additional documentation for the Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases program from our subrecipients to support allowable costs. The department will continue to enhance its internal controls and documentation related to its review process. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: David Gerard, Executive Director, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: 12/31/2024
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Finding 484451 (2023-016)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Eligibility Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 21.023, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Eligibility Documentation - ERA - DOC - The Montana Department of Commerce has modified the program's payment platform to ensure compliance with federal requirements. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Ingrid Mallo, Chief Financial Off...
ALN: 21.023, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Eligibility Documentation - ERA - DOC - The Montana Department of Commerce has modified the program's payment platform to ensure compliance with federal requirements. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Ingrid Mallo, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Department of Commerce, Target Date: Completed
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Finding 484434 (2023-029)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303
ALN: 84.425, 84.425E, 84.425F, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - HEERF - MSU - The Montana State University-Bozeman will enhance the internal controls to comply with the reporting process for any new federal programs, including those through the Higher Education Emergency...
ALN: 84.425, 84.425E, 84.425F, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - HEERF - MSU - The Montana State University-Bozeman will enhance the internal controls to comply with the reporting process for any new federal programs, including those through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF). The university will utilize current resources within university business services and the office of research to develop employee skillsets and build competencies to enhance controls with the reporting process. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Aaron Mitchell, Associate Vice President for Financial Services, Montana State University - Bozeman, Target Date: 12/31/2024
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Finding 484433 (2023-028)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Cash Management Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 84.425, 84.425E, 84.425F, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - HEERF - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula has implemented procedures to ensure compliance with the reporting requirements of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) program. Those procedur...
ALN: 84.425, 84.425E, 84.425F, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - HEERF - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula has implemented procedures to ensure compliance with the reporting requirements of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) program. Those procedures include reviewing reports by at least one other person for accuracy and completeness, utilizing calendar reminders to ensure all deadlines are met, and retaining all records in a central location. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Rachel Buswell, Controller, University of Montana - Missoula Ginger Lowry, Financial Aid Director, University of Montana - Missoula, Target Date: Completed
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Finding 484431 (2023-032)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.332 § 200.403
ALN: 84.425, 84.425D, 84.425U, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Support for Federal Reimbursement - ESSER - OPI - The Internal Control Auditor of the Montana Office of Public Instruction will review cash requests and determine if the subrecipient grant expenditures comply with the Elementary and...
ALN: 84.425, 84.425D, 84.425U, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Support for Federal Reimbursement - ESSER - OPI - The Internal Control Auditor of the Montana Office of Public Instruction will review cash requests and determine if the subrecipient grant expenditures comply with the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) requirements and ensure costs are related to the pandemic, reasonable and necessary. Additional documentation will be requested of the subrecipient as needed. The Internal Control Auditor will also monitor subrecipient compliance with construction and capital expenditures including wage certifications for construction projects. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 09/30/2024
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Finding 484430 (2023-031)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303 § 200.334
ALN: 84.425, 84.425D, 84.425U, Corrective Action Plan: Inaccurate Federal Reporting - ESSER - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction will update current data collection tools for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) to validate data within a range. Validation c...
ALN: 84.425, 84.425D, 84.425U, Corrective Action Plan: Inaccurate Federal Reporting - ESSER - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction will update current data collection tools for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) to validate data within a range. Validation criteria, including but not limited to data range, type, and values, will be applied to data collection template used for upcoming years of the grant. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 09/30/2024
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Finding 484407 (2023-042)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Reporting § 200.303 § 200.334
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Federal Reporting - Literacy- OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction grant staff and Literacy Program Instructional Coordinator will document reports and expenses in a single file to reduce duplication and to confirm expenditures are proper...
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Federal Reporting - Literacy- OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction grant staff and Literacy Program Instructional Coordinator will document reports and expenses in a single file to reduce duplication and to confirm expenditures are properly recorded. The reports will be gathered and reviewed quarterly. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 09/30/2024
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Finding 484406 (2023-041)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Eligibility Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.303
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Eligibility Determinations - Literacy - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction does not concur with finding 2023-041. The Office notes that the United States Department of Education approved the application eligibility requirements. Perso...
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Eligibility Determinations - Literacy - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction does not concur with finding 2023-041. The Office notes that the United States Department of Education approved the application eligibility requirements. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: N/A
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 484403 (2023-039)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.332 § 200.403
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Support for Federal Reimbursement - Literacy - OPI - The Internal Control Auditor of the Montana Office of Public Instruction will review cash requests and determine if the subrecipient grant expenditures comply with federal program requirements. Add...
ALN: 84.371, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Support for Federal Reimbursement - Literacy - OPI - The Internal Control Auditor of the Montana Office of Public Instruction will review cash requests and determine if the subrecipient grant expenditures comply with federal program requirements. Additional documentation will be requested of the subrecipient as needed. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 09/30/2024
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 484395 (2023-065)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Eligibility Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 93.767, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Provider Eligibility Controls - CHIP - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services processes Service Organizational Control (SOC) reports at the agency level. But the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) will work with it...
ALN: 93.767, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Provider Eligibility Controls - CHIP - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services processes Service Organizational Control (SOC) reports at the agency level. But the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) will work with its contractor to ensure it is clearly identified in future SOC reports to ensure receipt of assurances about provider screening and enrollment. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Shellie McCann, Medicaid Systems Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: 03/31/2025
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 484383 (2023-051)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Student Financial Aid Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 93.659, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - Adoption Assistance - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services has enhanced internal control procedures to ensure the correct Federal Medical Assistance Percentage rate is included on the report. P...
ALN: 93.659, Corrective Action Plan: Reporting Controls and Compliance - Adoption Assistance - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services has enhanced internal control procedures to ensure the correct Federal Medical Assistance Percentage rate is included on the report. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Nicole Grossberg, Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: Completed
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Finding 484378 (2023-049)
Significant Deficiency 2023
State of Montana
MT
Cash Management Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303
ALN: 93.423, Corrective Action Plan: No Written Cash Management Policies - SAO - The Montana State Auditor's Office has adopted a written policy to address all concerns identified in this section of the audit report. Specifically, the office has adopted a cash management policy that formalized the...
ALN: 93.423, Corrective Action Plan: No Written Cash Management Policies - SAO - The Montana State Auditor's Office has adopted a written policy to address all concerns identified in this section of the audit report. Specifically, the office has adopted a cash management policy that formalized the processes that were already in use by staff in handling program funds. In accordance with federal requirements, federal funds were never held longer than three days before being disbursed. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Amber Long-Thorvilson, Chief Financial Officer, Montana State Auditor's Office, Target Date: Completed
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Finding 484218 (2023-023)
Significant Deficiency 2023
State of Montana
MT
Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Questioned Costs § 200.303
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 93.264, 93.364, 93.925, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls - Incentive Compensation - MSU - The Montana State University (MSU) plans to amend its human resource policy on staff compensation to incorporate the provisions of the United States Depar...
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 93.264, 93.364, 93.925, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls - Incentive Compensation - MSU - The Montana State University (MSU) plans to amend its human resource policy on staff compensation to incorporate the provisions of the United States Department of Education incentive compensation regulation and will evaluate potential revisions to our compensation approval processes. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Jeannette Grey Gilbert, Chief Human Resources Officer, Montana State University, Target Date: 12/31/2024
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Finding 484213 (2023-024)
Significant Deficiency 2023
State of Montana
MT
Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Questioned Costs § 200.303
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 84.379, 93.342, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls - Incentive Compensation - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula (UM) plans to amend its human resource policy on staff compensation to incorporate the provisions of the United States Departm...
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 84.379, 93.342, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls - Incentive Compensation - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula (UM) plans to amend its human resource policy on staff compensation to incorporate the provisions of the United States Department of Education incentive compensation regulation. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Jay Stephens, Vice President for People and Culture, University of Montana - Missoula, Target Date: 08/30/2024
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Finding 484208 (2023-026)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Student Financial Aid Material Weakness Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 84.379, 93.342, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls and Compliance - Student Financial Assistance Returns - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula and the University of Montana - Western implemented their remediation plans from the prior audit...
ALN: 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268, 84.379, 93.342, Corrective Action Plan: Internal Controls and Compliance - Student Financial Assistance Returns - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula and the University of Montana - Western implemented their remediation plans from the prior audit. Additional controls have been implemented, including the creation of a template guide, documentation of each calculation, and an additional review, to ensure accurate calculations and timely return of unearned Title IV aid. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Ginger Lowry, Financial Aid Director, University of Montana - Missoula Louise Driver, Financial Aid Director, University of Montana - Western, Target Date: Completed
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Finding 484193 (2023-044)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303
ALN: 84.027, 84.173, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Controls and Documentation - State Maintenance of Effort - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction has implemented internal controls for this process. In the 2024 school year, the OPI had multiple reviews on these allocations, includi...
ALN: 84.027, 84.173, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Controls and Documentation - State Maintenance of Effort - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction has implemented internal controls for this process. In the 2024 school year, the OPI had multiple reviews on these allocations, including by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and a funded national technical assistance center, the Center for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Fiscal Reporting (CIFR). For the 2025/2026 school year, the Data Operations team will complete the special education allocations and submit the allocations to the IDEA Fiscal Manager for review. The IDEA Fiscal Manager will complete the ten percent increase or decrease in overall validated allocations and submit to the Special Education Director for review and sign off. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 08/30/2024
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Finding 484192 (2023-043)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303
ALN: 84.027, 84.173, Corrective Action Plan: Special Education Allocation Errors - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction is implementing a new software application for allocations. Until the application is in place, the current Excel allocation spreadsheet is being reviewed by program and...
ALN: 84.027, 84.173, Corrective Action Plan: Special Education Allocation Errors - OPI - The Montana Office of Public Instruction is implementing a new software application for allocations. Until the application is in place, the current Excel allocation spreadsheet is being reviewed by program and financial unit staff, who will confirm the accuracy of the data and formulas. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: April Grady, Chief Financial Officer, Montana Office of Public Instruction, Target Date: 07/01/2025
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Finding 484170 (2023-079)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Questioned Costs § 200.303
ALN: 10.551, 10.561, Corrective Action Plan: SOC Not Obtained and Reviewed - SNAP - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services made numerous unsuccessful attempts to obtain the Service Organization Controls (SOC) report from its vendor. The report had been difficult to obta...
ALN: 10.551, 10.561, Corrective Action Plan: SOC Not Obtained and Reviewed - SNAP - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services made numerous unsuccessful attempts to obtain the Service Organization Controls (SOC) report from its vendor. The report had been difficult to obtain since the vendor was acquired by another company. It is important to the department to preserve the vendor relationship until the contract expires in September 2025. The department is hopeful to implement corrective action with the vendor and is working through the contract issue with its legal staff. If the department cannot obtain SOC reports for future program years, it will develop alternative processes to obtain sufficient assurance. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Chappell Smith, Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: 12/31/2024
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Finding 481640 (2023-066)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Eligibility Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303
ALN: 93.775, 93.777, 93.778, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Medicaid ADP System Reviews - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services acknowledges that staff turnover contributed to the department's non-compliance. The department will reinstitute applicable controls. P...
ALN: 93.775, 93.777, 93.778, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Medicaid ADP System Reviews - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services acknowledges that staff turnover contributed to the department's non-compliance. The department will reinstitute applicable controls. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Shellie McCann, Medicaid Systems Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: 09/30/2024
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Finding 481559 (2023-078)
Significant Deficiency 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: Various R&D, Corrective Action Plan: Grant Management Internal Controls - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula will train all new staff members and ensure sufficient staffing levels to manage the workload effectively. UM Missoula has also established a dedicated training position with...
ALN: Various R&D, Corrective Action Plan: Grant Management Internal Controls - UM - The University of Montana - Missoula will train all new staff members and ensure sufficient staffing levels to manage the workload effectively. UM Missoula has also established a dedicated training position within the Office of Sponsored Programs to ensure all employees have the training and resources needed to manage federal Research and Development Program awards in compliance with applicable federal statutes and regulations. The training position is currently posted and is waiting to be filled. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Nicole Thompson, Director, Office of Sponsored Programs, University of Montana - Missoula, Target Date: 12/31/2024 9/30/2024
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 481554 (2023-012)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Questioned Costs Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 20.205, 20.219, 20.224, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Certified Payrolls - MDT - The Montana Department of Transportation will enhance internal control over certified payrolls and contractor payment compliance by developing a process following 29 CFR 3.3 and 5.5 and Montana Code Annota...
ALN: 20.205, 20.219, 20.224, Corrective Action Plan: Noncompliant Certified Payrolls - MDT - The Montana Department of Transportation will enhance internal control over certified payrolls and contractor payment compliance by developing a process following 29 CFR 3.3 and 5.5 and Montana Code Annotated 28-2-2103. The process will include certified payroll submission requirements and a payment estimate withholding method. The process will be communicated to department personnel and contractors. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Dustin Rouse, Chief Engineer, Montana Department of Transportation, Target Date: 12/31/2024
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
State of Montana
MT
Period of Performance Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Expenditures Not Within Obligation Period - CCDF - PHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child Care and Development Fund programs will improve internal controls to ensure federal funds are used in the correct obligation peri...
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Expenditures Not Within Obligation Period - CCDF - PHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child Care and Development Fund programs will improve internal controls to ensure federal funds are used in the correct obligation period. Significant improvements were made in state fiscal year 2023. Additional controls were developed to ensure inactivation of cost centers to prevent payroll or other expenses to post beyond the first year of the grant. Guidelines were created to provide additional time and review of the ACF-696 reports prior to submission. The department has identified set-aside costs for grant funds that are allowable and will offset portions of the questioned costs. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Tracy Moseman, Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: Completed
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 481473 (2023-064)
Material Weakness 2023
State of Montana
MT
Subrecipient Monitoring Questioned Costs Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Documentation of Recipient Eligibility - CCDF - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child Care and Development Fund programs are continuing to review questioned costs per the guidance received from Office of Ch...
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Documentation of Recipient Eligibility - CCDF - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child Care and Development Fund programs are continuing to review questioned costs per the guidance received from Office of Child Care (OCC). The department documents the extent to which families receiving the 2021 Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSA) funded subsidies were eligible, including income-eligible or essential workers. The department additionally documents the extent to which providers who served families met applicable health and safety requirements. Program staff will enhance controls and training and will work with federal partners to ensure funding is in alignment with applicable terms and conditions. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Tracy Moseman, Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: 12/31/2024
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
Finding 481470 (2023-063)
Significant Deficiency 2023
State of Montana
MT
Subrecipient Monitoring Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Questioned Costs § 200.303
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Obligations - ARPA Stabilization - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services does not concur with finding 2023-063. The department obligated all funds and then reallocated the surplus to providers that had not recei...
ALN: 93.575, 93.596, Corrective Action Plan: Inadequate Obligations - ARPA Stabilization - DPHHS - The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services does not concur with finding 2023-063. The department obligated all funds and then reallocated the surplus to providers that had not received prior stabilization funds. Providers that received reallotted funds were required to provide email confirmation of their express intent to receive and utilize unliquidated funds prior to 09/30/2022, thereby meeting the intent of the obligation as defined in 45 CFR 75.2. The email from the department stated funding amounts will be determined based on other Montana providers by size. Child care providers responded to the email confirming they agreed to accept the funds. Once the providers confirmed they agreed to accept funds, the department had a valid obligation, and therefore did not request the waiver offered by our federal cognizant to extend the obligation period from Administration for Children and Families (ACF). The waiver was extended to all states in recognition of the difficulty states were experiencing meeting the obligation criteria. The desert payment amounts were based on a formula using the total previously obligated unliquidated grant funds and the size of the provider. In November 2022, letters were sent to providers outlining their portion of the previously obligated allotment. Person(s) Responsible for Corrective Measures: Tracy Moseman, Administrator, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Target Date: N/A
View Audit 317490 Questioned Costs: $1
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