Investigations of fraud or other criminal activity will not be disclosed outside of those with a need to know, i.e. law enforcement, HUD officials, MSHDA officials charged with the administration of the HCV Program, etc. Reports of fraud that concern or involve a government employee will be referred to their employer.
Whistle Blower Protection – Any employee, contractor, Program participant, etc. who reports fraud, criminal activity, or other program irregularities will not be subject to retaliatory action by MSHDA Staff if you are not materially involved in the fraudulent action or an attempt to conceal the fraudulent activity.
Complaints, referrals, or reports of program abuses, fraud, or criminal activity in the HCV Program made publicly or anonymously will be accepted and investigated to the best ability of the MSHDA OHVP Compliance Enforcement Unit. As appropriate, those investigations may be referred to HUD OIG or other entities for further action.