Government Death Data Access Partnership Announced

Federal agencies now access mortality records through a new distribution agreement to improve pension and fraud oversight.

Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Economic Indicators

Isometric editorial illustration of a secure data pipeline with matte geometric conduits, representing federal mortality record management. — Federal agencies have gained centralized access to death records through a new distribution agreement between Carahsoft and the Veritas Data Research index. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Carahsoft has officially become the master government aggregator for the Veritas Data Research mortality index. This partnership provides federal agencies with rapid access to death records for critical administrative operations.

Why it matters

Agencies rely on these mortality records to manage pension payments, detect fraud, and monitor public health outcomes. Accessing verified death data ensures that benefits are accurately managed and that public resources are protected from misuse.

The Veritas Data Research index tracks 90 percent of U.S. deaths, providing verified records to government users within two weeks of an event. This data helps agencies maintain accurate rolls for pension and social benefit programs.

The players

Carahsoft

A government technology distributor that provides agencies with access to software and data through managed contract vehicles.

Veritas Data Research

A data analytics firm that compiles and verifies mortality information from thousands of public and private sources.

The details

Carahsoft will utilize its existing network of government contract vehicles, including NASPO ValuePoint, E&I Cooperative Services, and The Quilt, to distribute the mortality index. By acting as the master aggregator, Carahsoft simplifies the process for agencies to verify death data compiled from thousands of public and private sources. This centralized access enables agencies to update their records more efficiently than traditional reporting methods allowed.

September 21, 2026: Carahsoft announced the partnership with Veritas Data Research.

Money Landscape

This development aligns with federal mandates under the Payment Integrity Information Act to reduce improper government payments. It marks a shift toward faster data integration to maintain the accuracy of large-scale pension and health programs.

Improved fraud detection and pension oversight help ensure that government benefit programs remain solvent and accurately targeted. Households receiving federal benefits should ensure their own records are up to date with the relevant agency to avoid payment interruptions.

The takeaway

Reliable mortality data is a cornerstone of accurate federal benefit administration and fraud prevention. If you receive federal pension or assistance benefits, keep your personal information updated with the appropriate agency to ensure smooth service.