Fraud and Overpayment Collections

The reports housed here provide an overview of how Virginia prevents, identifies, and resolves fraud and overpayments in public assistance programs. They highlight efforts to protect program integrity and ensure funds are used as intended.

Fraud Investigations track how the agency supports local departments with training, policy guidance, and investigative tools. This work helps identify improper use of benefits and strengthens accountability across all programs.

Overpayment collection reports for SNAP and TANF show how agencies recover funds when benefits were issued in error or through intentional program violations. Overpayments can result from household mistakes, agency mistakes, or fraud, and the program monitors repayment activity statewide.

Together, these reports show how fraud prevention and recovery efforts protect taxpayer resources and help ensure benefits are available for Virginians who need them.