Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 725.542 — When Waiver Of Adjustment Or Recovery May Be Applied
20 C.F.R. § 725.542
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There shall be no adjustment or recovery of an overpayment in any case where an incorrect payment has been made with respect to an individual:
(a) Who is without fault, and where
(b) Adjustment or recovery would either:
(1) Defeat the purpose of title IV of the Act, or
(2) Be against equity and good conscience.
Authorizing Statute
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Congressional findings and declaration of purpose; short title30 U.S.C. § 901
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Mode of recovery28 U.S.C. § 2461
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Evidence, procedure, and certification for payments42 U.S.C. § 405
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Short title33 U.S.C. § 901
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Departmental regulations5 U.S.C. § 301