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Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
3/6/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1179
Bill 118 hr 1179, also known as the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of crimes committed against veterans. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of providing additional protections and support for veterans who may be vulnerable to exploitation or abuse.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a task force to study and make recommendations on how to prevent crimes against veterans, including financial exploitation, physical abuse, and other forms of mistreatment. 2. Increasing funding for programs that provide support and assistance to veterans who have been victims of crimes. 3. Enhancing coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to better identify and respond to cases of crimes against veterans. 4. Strengthening penalties for individuals who target veterans for criminal activities. Overall, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023 seeks to improve the safety and well-being of veterans by addressing the unique challenges they may face in society. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards protecting those who have served our country.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a task force to study and make recommendations on how to prevent crimes against veterans, including financial exploitation, physical abuse, and other forms of mistreatment. 2. Increasing funding for programs that provide support and assistance to veterans who have been victims of crimes. 3. Enhancing coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to better identify and respond to cases of crimes against veterans. 4. Strengthening penalties for individuals who target veterans for criminal activities. Overall, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023 seeks to improve the safety and well-being of veterans by addressing the unique challenges they may face in society. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards protecting those who have served our country.
Congressional Summary of HR 1179
Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
This bill establishes a new federal criminal offense for knowingly executing, or attempting to execute, a scheme to defraud an individual of veterans' benefits, or in connection with obtaining veteran's benefits for an individual. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1179
Bill HR 1179 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1179 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1179's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1179
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
62Democrat Cosponsors
44Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1179
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Crime prevention
- Fraud offenses and financial crimes
- Military personnel and dependents
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1179
Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide an additional tool to prevent certain frauds against veterans, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1179
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