Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act

The Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act (IPERA) is U.S. law designed to reduce incorrect or fraudulent payments by government programs. It requires agencies to identify and prevent errors, overpayments, and fraud, and to recover funds when mistakes happen. The act promotes better oversight and transparency, ensuring taxpayer dollars are used properly. Its goal is to minimize waste by improving monitoring, reporting, and recovery efforts across federal agencies to ensure programs operate efficiently and effectively.