SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act
Senate Passes SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act to Give Investigators 10 Years to Catch Pandemic Scammers
The SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act has been reported out of the Senate committee and is now waiting for a vote by the full Senate. It is currently placed on the legislative calendar for future consideration. The bill is actively moving through the process.
Legislative Progress
The bill passed the Senate and targets fraud, which is a popular issue for both parties. It is very likely to be approved by the House and signed into law.
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Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
People who committed fraud against the Shuttered Venue Operators or Restaurant Revitalization programs now face up to 10 years of legal exposure instead of the standard 5-year window. This means individuals who thought they had escaped prosecution could still face criminal charges or civil enforcement actions years from now. The extended timeline gives federal investigators significantly more time to build cases and pursue convictions.
“with respect to any restaurant revitalization grant under this section shall be filed not later than 10 years after the date of the violation or conspiracy”
Milestones
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held.
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held.
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 134.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Reported by Senator Ernst with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Joni Ernst, Roger Williams Propose Bill to Extend Pursuit of Coronavirus Aid Fraudsters
Senator Joni Ernst and Rep. Roger Williams introduced the SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act to catch millions of individuals who defrauded pandemic-era programs. The bill extends the statute of limitations to a decade for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant and Restaurant Revitalization Fund.
Downing Bill Gives Prosecutors More Time to Pursue $200 Billion in COVID Fraud
Montana Congressman Troy Downing's legislation to extend the statute of limitations for pandemic program fraud from five to 10 years cleared a key committee vote. The bill targets fraud in the Restaurant Revitalization Fund and Shuttered Venue Program, which were exploited by criminals.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act
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