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New tools to combat fraud and waste of public funds.

This act establishes a new office to combat fraud in government programs, aiming to better protect taxpayer money. It mandates the use of modern methods for detecting irregularities and requires government agencies to regularly report on their progress in preventing fraud. The goal is to increase transparency and efficiency in public spending.
Key points
Establishment of the Federal Real Anti-fraud Unified Directorate (FRAUD) to coordinate anti-fraud efforts.
Requirement for government programs susceptible to significant improper payments to implement proactive data analytics.
Creation of a publicly accessible online dashboard to monitor anti-fraud implementation and track cost savings.
Establishment of a Program Integrity Fund with $1 billion to support agencies in combating fraud.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8322
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2022-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STOP Fraud Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8322.

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 2022-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of the Federal Real Anti-fraud Unified Directorate (FRAUD) to coordinate anti-fraud efforts.
  • Requirement for government programs susceptible to significant improper payments to implement proactive data analytics.
  • Creation of a publicly accessible online dashboard to monitor anti-fraud implementation and track cost savings.
  • Establishment of a Program Integrity Fund with $1 billion to support agencies in combating fraud.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 17.

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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