Minnesota Housing Program Terminated Amid Fraud | JQJO

Minnesota's Department of Human Services (DHS) will terminate its Housing Stabilization Services (HSS) program due to widespread fraud allegations against 77 providers. Commissioner Shireen Gandhi cited insufficient controls to prevent misuse of taxpayer funds. Governor Tim Walz supports the decision, emphasizing the need to prevent further fraud. DHS plans to redesign and relaunch the program with stronger safeguards, working with the legislature and CMS. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is assisting in the fraud investigation.