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Rep. Keith Allen calls for oversight following HSS fraud revelations in Minnesota

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Keith Allen, Minnesota State Representative of 19A District | Facebook

Keith Allen, Minnesota State Representative of 19A District | Facebook

Rep. Keith Allen, a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, posted several statements on his social media account in mid-September 2025 regarding state policy and recent events.

On September 17, 2025, Allen responded to another user's post with "Amen Nolan! https://t.co/LXGFEDRdJN".

Later that day, he commented on an announcement by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, stating "This is the version of @GovTimWalz announcement that lives in the real world. https://t.co/mOF0qo6tdZ".

On September 19, 2025, Allen addressed concerns about fraud within Minnesota's Human Services System (HSS), writing "This HSS fraud in Minnesota is a wake-up call. Low barriers helped the needy, but opened the door to thieves. Simple fix: Require digital audits and whistleblower protections to stop the bleeding. It’s time to democrats to help pass the bill for an Office of Inspector Genral. https://t.co/mO6rPpVksr". In this statement, Allen called for legislative action including digital audits and enhanced whistleblower protections as measures against future fraud.

The issue of fraud in Minnesota's Human Services System has drawn attention from lawmakers after recent reports highlighted vulnerabilities due to low eligibility barriers intended to expand access for those in need. These same policies have been criticized for enabling fraudulent activities within state programs. Lawmakers such as Rep. Keith Allen have advocated for increased oversight mechanisms like digital audits and establishing an Office of Inspector General to address these issues and restore public trust.

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