Veterans Protection from Fraud Act

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 s 2503, also known as the Veterans Protection from Fraud Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at protecting veterans from financial scams and fraud. The bill seeks to address the issue of predatory practices targeting veterans, particularly those who are elderly or disabled.

The main provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals or organizations found guilty of defrauding veterans, as well as providing additional resources and support for veterans who have been victims of fraud. The bill also aims to improve coordination between federal agencies, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Federal Trade Commission, to better identify and prosecute those who target veterans for financial gain.

Overall, the Veterans Protection from Fraud Act is designed to strengthen protections for veterans and ensure that those who have served our country are not taken advantage of by unscrupulous individuals or organizations. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in safeguarding the financial well-being of our nation's veterans.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2503

Introduced on
2023-07-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/26/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 s 2503, also known as the Veterans Protection from Fraud Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at protecting veterans from financial scams and fraud. The bill seeks to address the issue of predatory practices targeting veterans, particularly those who are elderly or disabled.

The main provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals or organizations found guilty of defrauding veterans, as well as providing additional resources and support for veterans who have been victims of fraud. The bill also aims to improve coordination between federal agencies, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Federal Trade Commission, to better identify and prosecute those who target veterans for financial gain.

Overall, the Veterans Protection from Fraud Act is designed to strengthen protections for veterans and ensure that those who have served our country are not taken advantage of by unscrupulous individuals or organizations. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in safeguarding the financial well-being of our nation's veterans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to enhance penalties for certain crimes committed against veterans, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

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Recent Activity

Latest Action7/26/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.