Verification Requirements

  1. Applicant must utilize equipment and structures reimbursed with cost share funds for the intended purpose of the program for a minimum of five (5) continuous years from date of purchase. Applicants who fail to comply with minimum use requirements may be required to repay any portion of or all the funds distributed to them under TAEP.
  2. Site visits relating to the performance of the project before, during, and after completion may take place. Site visits may include verification of cost share guidelines and program eligibility to ensure applicants meet eligibility and minimum livestock/acreage requirements for chosen program(s).
  3. Failure to comply with all aspects of the cost share guidelines may result in denial of applicant approval, denial of reimbursement payments, repayment of cost share funds, and/or suspension from future TAEP funding cycles.
  4. Providing any false, fraudulent, or misleading information may result in suspension of the applicant’s operation, civil litigation, and/or criminal prosecution.