# 45 C.F.R. § 681.4 (2026): Who investigates program fraud?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P681_S681_4

## Section

- **Citation:** 45 C.F.R. § 681.4 (2026)
- **Heading:** Who investigates program fraud?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 45 CFR: Public Welfare / Chapter VI: NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION / Part 681: PROGRAM FRAUD CIVIL REMEDIES ACT REGULATIONS / § 681.4: § 681.4   Who investigates program fraud?

## Text

The Inspector General, or his or her designee, is the investigating official responsible for investigating allegations that a false claim or statement has been made. In this regard, the Inspector General has authority under PFCRA and the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App. 3), as amended, to issue administrative subpoenas for the production of records and documents.

## Nearby sections

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