### Question
How does DETERMINATION AND EDUCATION ASSISTANCE define gross mismanagement?


### Answer
Under *25 U.S.C. § 5381*, **gross mismanagement** is defined as:

> a significant, clear, and convincing violation of a compact, funding agreement, or regulatory, or statutory requirements applicable to Federal funds transferred to an Indian tribe by a compact or funding agreement that results in a significant reduction of funds available for the programs, services, functions, or activities (or portions thereof) assumed by an Indian tribe

#### Citation:
  - *25 U.S.C. § 5381*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 46-INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION AND EDUCATION ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER V-TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE&mdash;INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE**

