What is Fraud
Simply – fraud is a false representation about a material fact.
It is any intentional deception designed to deprive the United States, or EPA,
unlawfully of something of value or to secure from the United States, or EPA, for
an individual, a benefit, privilege, allowance, or consideration to which he or she
is not entitled.
What is Waste
It is the extravagant, careless, or needless expenditure of Government funds, or
the consumption of Government property, that results from deficient practices,
systems, controls, or decisions. The term also includes improper practices not
involving prosecutable fraud.
What is abuse
It is the intentional or improper use of Government resources. Examples
include misuse of rank, position, or authority or misuse of resources such as
tools, vehicles, or copying machines.

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