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The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources did not ensure grants and hunting and fishing license revenue were used properly or follow requirements.
In the last 10 years, we have repeatedly found that bureaus did not always conduct comprehensive risk assessments of financial assistance applicants.
BIE did not always ensure that Nay Ah Shing Schools addressed safety and health deficiencies or used funding at the appropriate location.
We found that BOR performed required oversight but failed to confirm all construction materials met Buy American Act requirements.
We found that an oil and gas company failed to maintain its Federal wells, accurately report mineral production or pay associated royalties.
BOR, FWS, & NPS generally awarded IIJA & IRA funds properly, but we noted some deficiencies in assessing applicant risks before obligating funds.
DOI complied with PIIA for FY 2025 and did not identify or report any programs susceptible to significant improper payments.
We found that the New York State Museum did not meet its State match requirements and violated the terms and conditions of its USGS grant.
This report highlights OIG’s work from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, including the closure of 10 significant recommendations.
We found that a gas company produced Federal minerals from wells in Utah but failed to report mineral production or royalties.