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US S2503

US S2503
Veterans Protection from Fraud Act


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Introduced
07/26/2023
In Committee
07/26/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to enhance penalties for certain crimes committed against veterans, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the "Veterans Protection from Fraud Act," aims to amend Title 18 of the United States Code to enhance penalties for certain crimes committed against veterans. Specifically, it adds a new provision (Section 2326(2)(C)) that would increase penalties for crimes that target veterans of any age. This is in addition to the existing enhanced penalties for crimes that target the elderly and disabled. The bill is intended to provide additional legal protections for veterans, who may be vulnerable to various types of fraud and exploitation.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 07/26/2023)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Veterans Affairs
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ White Collar Crime and Organized Crime

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2503/all-info 07/27/2023
BillText https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s2503/BILLS-118s2503is.pdf 08/17/2023
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