The House passed legislation Monday intended to help federal agencies spot and prevent financial fraud, a push that has gained new steam in recent months.
The bills are part of a broader series targeting financial abuse and waste. Even though the topic has become a partisan flash point in recent months, the passage of these measures signals bipartisan interest in cracking down on fraud and improper payments in federal programs.
Lawmakers unanimously passed H.R. 8466, “Taxpayer Resources Used in Emergencies Accountability Act.” which requires agencies to enact plans to prevent fraud tied to disaster or pandemic-related federal funding. The guidance, ...