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Nothing in the VOCA Act is intended to override or repeal a state's existing laws governing the disclosure of information relating to the safety and welfare of crime victims, including laws pertaining to the mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse. 9. RETENTION OF RECORDS. The Provider agrees to maintain access to financial records for a period of three years following either the expiration of this agreement or until audit questions are resolved. Retention of client records shall be for a period of not less than six years following the close of the client's case. The Provider agrees that all non-confidential records will be made available to any state (or federal) representative of the VOCA Program upon request. The Provider further agrees that records will be kept to assure fiscal control, proper management, and efficient distribution of federal funds. 10. CHANGES. If the Provider or the Division wishes to change this Agreement, such change, provided it is mutually agreed to, shall be effective when incorporated by written amendment to the Agreement. No oral understanding or agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto. 11. AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT. The Provider shall not have the authority to contract for or on behalf of,or incur obligations on behalf of the Division. 12. SUBCONTRACTS. Any subcontract under this Agreement shall contain as a minimum the same requirements as this contract and is subject to prior approval by the Division. 13. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. it is agreed by the parties hereto that the Provider in performing the duties under this Agreement is functioning as an independent contractor and the arrangements between the parties hereto in no way shall be construed as giving to an employer/employee relationship. 14. COPYRIGHT. The Division maintains an exclusive right to copy or reproduce any materials created or produced as part of this agreement. 15. CIVIL RIGHTS. Recipient will comply (and will require any subgrantees or contractors to comply) with any applicable federal nondiscrimination requirements, which may include the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. § 3789d); the Victims of Crime Act (42 U.S.C. § 10604(e)); the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 2002 (42 U.S.C. § 5672(b)); the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d); the Rehabilitation Act 3