Report: Evaluation of the EPA’s Review of Track I Community Change Grant Applications
March 4, 2026, Report No. 26-E-0016
Why We Did This Report
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Inspector General conducted this evaluation to determine whether the EPA implemented effective controls during the selection of Track I grant awardees through the Community Change Grants Program within the EPA Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights.
Summary of Findings
The EPA implemented effective controls during its review and selection of Track I Community Change Grants Program applications. The EPA adhered to its Policy for Competition of Assistance Agreements and other applicable requirements during the application review process. Additionally, the EPA ensured that Track I grant awardees met the eligibility requirements stated in the Inflation Reduction Act.
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