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Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 296
Bill 118 s 296, 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. Enhanced penalties for crimes committed against veterans: The bill seeks to increase the penalties for individuals who commit crimes against veterans, such as fraud, abuse, or exploitation. This is intended to deter such crimes and ensure that those who target veterans are held accountable for their actions. 2. Improved support services for veterans: The bill also includes provisions to enhance support services for veterans who may be at risk of becoming victims of crime. This could include increased access to mental health services, financial counseling, and other resources to help veterans protect themselves from exploitation. 3. Collaboration with law enforcement and veterans organizations: The bill encourages collaboration between law enforcement agencies, veterans organizations, and other stakeholders to better identify and address crimes against veterans. This could involve sharing information, coordinating efforts, and developing strategies to prevent and respond to crimes targeting veterans. Overall, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023 is aimed at protecting and supporting veterans who may be vulnerable to exploitation or abuse. By increasing penalties for crimes against veterans, improving support services, and promoting collaboration among stakeholders, the bill seeks to ensure that those who have served our country are able to live safely and securely in their communities.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Enhanced penalties for crimes committed against veterans: The bill seeks to increase the penalties for individuals who commit crimes against veterans, such as fraud, abuse, or exploitation. This is intended to deter such crimes and ensure that those who target veterans are held accountable for their actions. 2. Improved support services for veterans: The bill also includes provisions to enhance support services for veterans who may be at risk of becoming victims of crime. This could include increased access to mental health services, financial counseling, and other resources to help veterans protect themselves from exploitation. 3. Collaboration with law enforcement and veterans organizations: The bill encourages collaboration between law enforcement agencies, veterans organizations, and other stakeholders to better identify and address crimes against veterans. This could involve sharing information, coordinating efforts, and developing strategies to prevent and respond to crimes targeting veterans. Overall, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023 is aimed at protecting and supporting veterans who may be vulnerable to exploitation or abuse. By increasing penalties for crimes against veterans, improving support services, and promoting collaboration among stakeholders, the bill seeks to ensure that those who have served our country are able to live safely and securely in their communities.
Congressional Summary of S 296
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 S 296
Bill S 296 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2023. Bill S 296 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2023. Bill S 296's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 296
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 S 296
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 S 296
Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2023
A bill 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 S 296
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