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2022-001 Special Tests and Provisions Program Information Federal Organization U.S Department of Health and Human Services Assistance Listing Numbers 93.193 Urban Indian Health Services Award Numbers 75H71320C00003 Criteria Based on the terms of the contract, the Organization is required to conduct a background investigation for every individual being considered for a position that involves regular contact with or control over Indian children. That investigation is required to include fingerprint checks and the results must be cleared prior to any individual beginning such position. [X] Compliance Finding [X] Significant Deficiency [ ] Material Weakness Condition The Organization?s background investigations do not currently include fingerprint checks, as required by the contract. Context This finding appears to be a systemic problem. Cause The Organization?s policies and procedures relating to hiring were not updated to include all of the background investigation requirements when the updated contract was signed. Effect The Organization?s background investigations are not sufficient to meet the requirements of the contract. Questioned Costs None identified Recommendation We recommend the Organization update its hiring policies to ensure the appropriate level of investigation is performed over individuals being considered for positions that involve regular contact with or control over Indian children. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action