HR 3268
Combatting COVID Unemployment Fraud Act of 2021
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Bill overview
The Combatting COVID Unemployment Fraud Act of 2021 aims to prevent fraud in pandemic unemployment assistance programs, recover fraudulently paid benefits, and provide relief for taxpayers and victims of unemployment fraud. The bill requires stricter documentation for applicants, mandates the use of fraud prevention tools by state agencies, and establishes a taskforce to combat fraud. It also addresses issues like backdating claims and provides guidance to states on identity verification practices.
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Kevin Brady
Cosponsors
A. Drew, IV Ferguson
Bill Posey
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