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To require the Inspector General of the Small Business Administration to submit a quarterly report on fraud relating to certain COVID-19 loans.
12/15/2023, 4:00 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4666
Bill 118 hr 4666, also known as the "COVID-19 Small Business Loan Fraud Prevention Act," aims to address the issue of fraud in relation to COVID-19 loans provided by the Small Business Administration (SBA). The bill requires the Inspector General of the SBA to submit a quarterly report specifically focused on fraud related to these loans.
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability in the distribution of COVID-19 relief funds to small businesses. By requiring the Inspector General to provide regular updates on fraudulent activities, Congress hopes to identify and address any misuse of funds in a timely manner.
The quarterly reports mandated by this bill will include information on the number of fraud cases identified, the amount of funds involved in fraudulent activities, and any actions taken to address the fraud. This data will help Congress and the SBA to better understand the scope of the problem and implement measures to prevent future fraud. Overall, the COVID-19 Small Business Loan Fraud Prevention Act is a proactive step towards ensuring that relief funds reach the intended recipients and are not misused for fraudulent purposes. By requiring regular reporting on fraud related to COVID-19 loans, this bill aims to protect small businesses and taxpayers from financial harm.
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability in the distribution of COVID-19 relief funds to small businesses. By requiring the Inspector General to provide regular updates on fraudulent activities, Congress hopes to identify and address any misuse of funds in a timely manner.
The quarterly reports mandated by this bill will include information on the number of fraud cases identified, the amount of funds involved in fraudulent activities, and any actions taken to address the fraud. This data will help Congress and the SBA to better understand the scope of the problem and implement measures to prevent future fraud. Overall, the COVID-19 Small Business Loan Fraud Prevention Act is a proactive step towards ensuring that relief funds reach the intended recipients and are not misused for fraudulent purposes. By requiring regular reporting on fraud related to COVID-19 loans, this bill aims to protect small businesses and taxpayers from financial harm.
Congressional Summary of HR 4666
This bill requires the Small Business Administration's Office of Inspector General to report quarterly about fraud cases involving certain COVID-19 loans (e.g., Paycheck Protection Program loans).
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Current Status of Bill HR 4666
Bill HR 4666 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 4, 2023. Bill HR 4666 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 17, 2023. Bill HR 4666's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. as of December 4, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4666
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4666
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Fraud offenses and financial crimes
- Government information and archives
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Government studies and investigations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4666
To require the Inspector General of the Small Business Administration to submit a quarterly report on fraud relating to certain COVID-19 loans.
To require the Inspector General of the Small Business Administration to submit a quarterly report on fraud relating to certain COVID-19 loans.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4666
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