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Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2026

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This bill creates a new federal crime for anyone who knowingly carries out or tries to carry out a scheme to cheat someone out of their veterans' benefits, or to commit fraud related to getting veterans' benefits for someone. A person found guilty of this crime could face a fine, up to five years in prison, or both.

Sponsor

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

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Introduced

June 24, 2026

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

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