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This bill, known as the "Recover Fraudulent COVID Funds Act," seeks to extend the statute of limitations (the time period during which legal action can be taken) for various violations related to pandemic-era programs to 10 years. The bill defines "pandemic-era laws" as specific COVID-related legislative acts, including the CARES Act, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act. A "pandemic-era program violation" encompasses offenses involving programs or funding established by these laws. The bill extends the time frame for criminal prosecutions, civil actions, and false claim investigations to 10 years after the offense was committed, which is significantly longer than previous standard limitations. This extended period aims to give law enforcement and government agencies more time to investigate and pursue potential fraud, misuse of funds, or other violations that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic relief efforts. The bill provides specific provisions for different types of legal actions, including criminal prosecutions, property forfeitures, and false claims, ensuring a comprehensive approach to addressing potential misconduct in pandemic-related financial programs.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/121/all-info