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Harsher Penalties for Federal Program Fraud and Mandatory Summer Meal Audits.

This bill significantly increases penalties for individuals involved in theft or bribery concerning federally funded programs, raising the maximum prison sentence to 20 years and setting minimum fines at $250,000. It also mandates annual, independent audits for organizations running the Summer Food Service Program, aiming to ensure that funds intended for children's meals are used correctly and transparently.
Key points
Maximum prison sentence for theft or bribery involving federal funds is doubled from 10 years to 20 years.
New minimum fines are established: $250,000 or double the value of the stolen property, whichever is greater.
Organizations providing summer meals to children must undergo mandatory annual audits by independent third parties to prevent fraud.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7155
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Process start date: 2026-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Fraud in Federal Programs Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7155.

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 2026-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Maximum prison sentence for theft or bribery involving federal funds is doubled from 10 years to 20 years.
  • New minimum fines are established: $250,000 or double the value of the stolen property, whichever is greater.
  • Organizations providing summer meals to children must undergo mandatory annual audits by independent third parties to prevent fraud.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-24.

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