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Extension of Statute of Limitations for COVID-19 Business Loan Fraud

This new law extends the time limit for prosecuting fraud related to COVID-19 business loans and advances. Authorities now have 10 years, instead of a shorter period, to initiate criminal or civil proceedings against individuals who committed fraud when applying for these funds. The aim is to increase accountability for the dishonest use of public money.
Key points
The statute of limitations for COVID-19 business loan fraud has been extended to 10 years.
This change applies to both criminal charges and civil enforcement actions for fraud.
The extension aims to more effectively detect and punish dishonest practices in aid programs.
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2022-06-08
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Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7334
Sponsor: Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-3]
Process start date: 2022-03-31
Voting date: 2022-06-08
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 247
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID-19 EIDL Fraud Statute of Limitations Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7334.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The statute of limitations for COVID-19 business loan fraud has been extended to 10 years.
  • This change applies to both criminal charges and civil enforcement actions for fraud.
  • The extension aims to more effectively detect and punish dishonest practices in aid programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-165.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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