DHS to Share Personal Data with Treasury Against Fraud
Published Date: 12/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security is updating how it shares certain personal info with the U.S. Treasury to help stop fraud and improper payments. This change affects anyone applying for or receiving federal money through DHS programs. The new rules take effect January 30, 2026, and the public can comment until then—no extra costs involved!
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DHS will share your records with Treasury
If you apply for or receive federal money through any DHS program, DHS may disclose your personal information to the U.S. Department of the Treasury so Treasury can review payment and award eligibility using the Do Not Pay Working System to identify, prevent, or recoup improper payments. The change applies to the DHS systems listed in the notice and the new routine uses take effect January 30, 2026 (public comments accepted through that date).
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