FYI…
Program models at a minimum should have
controls designed to address fraud, and corruption issues with prison
sentences, and penalty\forfeiture of monetary resources of convicted company,
officers of company, and others involved.
BEMA
Grand Jury Says Fraud Persists in
Programs Meant to Diversify Contracts in New York City and State
“ Most of the cases
have ended in deferred prosecution agreements under which the company
pays a large penalty and charges are eventually dismissed. ”
“…..recommendations to
discourage similar frauds. It said that fines and prison sentences should
be increased and that the agencies charged with certifying minority-
and female-owned businesses should be given more resources. ”
