The Administration for Children and
Families says the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians of California can pay off a $1.2 million fine through a reduction in its annual grant.
The tribe was fined a total of $1.54 million for misusing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds. But the tribe says it is having a hard time making the payments.
So the ACF agreed to reduce the tribe's annual $20 million grant and add a 2 percent penalty so the tribe can meet its obligation.
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Feds: Torres-Martinez tribe can use grant money to pay fines
(The Palm Springs Desert Sun 4/25)
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