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Finding 2022-002 ? Reporting Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Passthrough Entity: Illinois Department of Human Services Assistance Listing Number and Federal Program: 93.667 Social Services Block Grant Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR 200.329, the Organization must submit performance reports at the interval required by the pass-through entity. The grant agreement with the Organization and the State of Illinois Department of Human Services requires quarterly performance reports be submitted no later than the 25th day of the month following the end of the quarter. Statement of Condition: The periodic performance report for the quarter ending December 31, 2021, was submitted February 16, 2022, or 22 days late. Statement of Cause: After discussion with personnel, it was determined that notification of the readiness to submit the quarterly performance report was not communicated in a timely manner. Statement of Effect: Noncompliance with the reporting requirements can put the Organization at risk of being placed on the Illinois Stop Payment List and final payment being withheld. Questioned Costs: No questioned costs were identified.Perspective Information: This appears to be an isolated incident. All other required financial and performance reporting was completed accurately and timely. Identification of Repeat Findings: Not a repeat finding. Recommendation: We recommend a review be put in place to ensure all required reporting is completed and timely submitted to ensure compliance with grant requirements. All notifications received regarding the grant should be effectively communicated to all personnel involved in the grant. Views of Responsible Officials: Processes will be implemented to review and monitor grant reporting requirements utilizing tracking sheets and corresponding reminders with reporting due dates. These processes will assist the Organization to better complete and submit reports in accordance with grant requirements. See Corrective Action Plan.