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Comptroller Huffines Calls on Texans to Report Government Fraud and Tax Evasion Through New Whistleblower Portal

(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Don Huffines today launched a whistleblower portal that gives every Texan a direct line to report fraud, corruption, tax evasion, waste, and abuse involving state tax dollars, whether committed by those who cheat on the taxes they owe, government officials who misuse taxpayer money, or businesses and nonprofits that break state tax law.

The Comptroller’s Law Enforcement Operations (LEO) whistleblower portal sends tips securely and directly to the agency’s investigators. Texans can submit detailed reports, upload supporting documentation, and remain anonymous if they choose.

“The Comptroller’s Law Enforcement Operations Division finds those who lie and cheat to steal taxpayer money, recovers what they took, and builds the cases that send the crooks to prison,” Huffines said. “Texans see things we cannot. If you witness or suspect fraud, tax evasion, waste, or abuse, report it. Together we strive to protect all taxpayer money and hold accountable those who steal it or refuse to pay their share.

“Fraudsters, tax cheats, and anyone misusing taxpayer money should take notice. We will aggressively pursue anyone who defrauds the state of Texas, and now every Texan can help us find them.”

The LEO division, reorganized when Huffines took office Aug. 1, is a statewide police organization commissioned by the Comptroller’s office under authority granted by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Tax Code to protect the fiscal integrity of the state.

Its investigators pursue fraud and corruption across Texas, including government officials who misuse taxpayer money, businesses and nonprofits that break state tax law, and anyone who commits perjury on government forms or tampers with government records, as well as tax fraud and evasion of every kind, from sales tax collected and never remitted, to motor fuel, tobacco, and motor vehicle tax crimes.

The division brings money laundering and organized crime charges where warranted, partners with local, state, and federal law enforcement, and in every case works to recover what was taken.

For more information, go to the Comptroller’s website.

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