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Senator Cassidy Expands Childcare Fraud Probe to Three States

3/18/2026

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Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) expands his childcare fraud probe beyond Minnesota to New York, Michigan, and Oregon to protect taxpayer dollars.
He cites improper payment rates: New York over 17%, Michigan over 12%, and Oregon over 35%.
Cassidy has asked the governors to provide detailed information on anti-fraud measures and monitoring practices.
The deadline for responses is March 30.

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Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) expands his childcare fraud probe beyond Minnesota to New York, Michigan, and Oregon to protect taxpayer dollars.
He cites improper payment rates: New York over 17%, Michigan over 12%, and Oregon over 35%.
Cassidy has asked the governors to provide detailed information on anti-fraud measures and monitoring practices.
The deadline for responses is March 30.