Federal Register #2026-15839

Legal Services Corporation Updates Federal Law Compliance List for Grant Recipients

This notice from the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) announces updates to the list of Federal laws applicable to LSC grant recipients. - LSC is an independent nonprofit established by Congress to provide financial support for civil legal aid to low-income Americans. - The update adds three Federal criminal statutes to the list of laws that grant recipients must comply with: - 18 U.S.C. 1030: Fraud and related activity in connection with computers - 18 U.S.C. 1341: Frauds and swindles - 18 U.S.C. 1343: Fraud by wire, radio, or television - These statutes address conduct related to fraud, theft, false statements, and misuse of funds, complementing existing requirements. - The notice is regulatory and does not involve procurement of goods or services. - No OEMs, vendors, products, or purchase quantities are mentioned, as this is not a solicitation or contract opportunity.

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The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is publishing a notice to announce modifications to the list of Federal laws applicable to LSC grant recipients. Following a public comment process and approval by LSC's Board of Directors, three Federal criminal statutes relating to fraud and misuse of Federal funds are added to the list maintained on LSC's website. These changes ensure the list reflects Federal laws relating to the proper use of Federal funds. The modifications are effective September 4, 2026.

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