Oklahoma Social Program Audit Order Targets SNAP, Medicaid

Oklahoma Social Program Audit Order Targets SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and WIC

An Oklahoma social program audit order is now underway as Governor Kevin Stitt directs state agencies to review fraud and eligibility within several of Oklahoma’s largest public assistance programs.

The governor has ordered four major state agencies to conduct audits and submit reports within 90 days, detailing potential fraud in SNAP, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program.

Stitt says the audits are intended to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used appropriately and that benefits are reaching eligible recipients.

Oklahoma social program audit order focuses on oversight

According to the governor’s office, the Oklahoma social program audit order will examine enrollment procedures, eligibility verification, and oversight practices. Agencies involved include the Oklahoma Department of Human Services and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, which administers Medicaid.

Stitt says the programs under review represent billions of dollars in combined state and federal spending and require strong accountability measures.

Push for federal waivers and state flexibility

In addition to the audits, the governor is directing agencies to pursue federal waivers that could give Oklahoma more flexibility in managing benefit programs.

Programs such as SNAP and WIC operate under federal guidelines through agencies like the U.S. Department of Agriculture, while Medicaid is overseen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Waivers could allow the state to adjust eligibility rules, though federal approval would be required.

Reaction and next steps

Supporters say audits are necessary to maintain program integrity. Critics caution that tighter controls could unintentionally impact families who rely on assistance.

State officials say the audit findings will be reviewed before any policy changes are considered.

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