NCS Pearson Inc Will Pay $5.6 Million for Overcharging Transportation Security Administration

On November 19, the US Department of Justice reported that NCS Pearson Inc. has agreed to pay $5.6 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act. It was alleged that NCS Pearson had overcharged the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) by billing incorrect rates for subcontractor labor. The TSA, which as created by the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, contracted with NCS Pearson for help recruiting and selecting federal screeners for airport security to hire and train.

“Today’s settlement again demonstrates the Department’s commitment to protecting taxpayer funds from misuse by those doing business with the federal government,” said Gregory G. Katsas, Assistant Attorney General for the Department’s Civil Division.

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