Q: What is the purpose of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act?
A: To speed economic recovery, create jobs and provided services to those affected by the recession. It also includes rigorous requirements for accountability and transparency.
Q: How much money will Tennessee receive?
A: We expect approximately $4.5 billion to come to Tennessee, but some of that money will go directly to cities, counties and other organizations.
Q: How will the funds be distributed?
A: Funds will be distributed through a variety of programs, funding mechanisms and some competitive grants. Some of these allow little, if any, discretionary flexibility. Departments of the federal government's executive branch are in the process of developing specific guidance, including rigorous requirements for accountability and transparency, to assist states and other organizations with the appropriate distribution of funds.
Q: Where can I learn more about grants available under the Recovery Act?
A: Search Recovery Act grant opportunities on Grants.gov.
Q: How do I report suspected fraud and abuse?
A: Call the Fraud and Abuse Hotline at 1-800-232-5454. Since 1983,
the State Comptroller's Department of Audit has provided a toll-free hotline
for reporting fraud, waste, and abuse of government funds and property.
If you observe activity which you consider to be illegal, improper, or wasteful,
please call this toll-free hotline.
Several certifications and assurances are required under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.