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1) The Director of the Division of Monitoring reviews the subgrantee’s audit findings, and forwards them to the Division of Community Services and the Monitoring Supervisor.

2) The audit finding(s) is then placed on a spreadsheet, discussed during monitoring visits with the said subgrantee, and addressed on the monitoring report performed by the Division of Monitoring.

3) Please see the ‘MDHS Subgrant Manual’ found at https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/support/procurement/resources/) for specific Single Audit requirements.

C. Federal Program Compliance Review

1) At any time, the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services, Division of Energy Assistance may conduct a program compliance review of the State.

2) During this review, subgrantees are selected to be monitored on program compliance. Subgrantees must cooperate fully with federal reviewers and provide any requested documentation.

Source: Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-2(4); Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-4. Revised: January 2026

Rule 9.8 Fair Hearing & Appeal Process

An applicant or recipient has the right to request a Hearing or Appeal if they are dissatisfied with the denial, delay, cancellation, or any adverse decision related to your application for services.

A. Types of Hearings

1) Appeal (Agency Level)

i. Basis for an Appeal

• Incorrect bill submitted • Information provided is insufficient to determine eligibility • Requested additional information not returned within ten (10) calendar days • Non-compliance with CSBG Case Management Plan • Threatening behavior toward staff • Your claim for assistance was not acted upon with reasonable promptness