The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure
you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any
information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.
The Social Security Act also authorizes the OIG to pursue injunctive relief for Section 1140 violations and enjoin an individual or entity from engaging in the violative conduct, and from the concealing, removing, encumbering and/or the disposing of assets, which may be required in order to pay a civil monetary penalty. (42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(k)).