Workforce Solutions Hasn't Prosecuted in Five Years

Santa Fe New Mexican - The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions is strengthening efforts to catch those who cheat the state's unemployment benefits system. While the department hasn't prosecuted anyone for fraud in the past five years, it has reported that it detected fraud of $15.7 million last year alone. In September, the agency received a $2.5 million grant to connect with a national computer system that tracks people who are returning to work and no longer qualify for benefits. The money also will help the department audit 50 claimants a week to be sure they are actually looking for a new job. "We are very excited about it," said department Secretary Celina Bussey, who has called fraud and other incorrect payments a top priority for the Gov. Susana Martinez administration. Read full story here: News New Mexico

Workforce Solutions Hasn't Prosecuted in Five Years