119-hr-8601In Committee

Veterans Protection from Fraud Act of 2026

Sponsored by Burchett, Tim (Republican-TN-2) · House · Introduced Apr 30, 2026

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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)

This bill proposes to increase criminal penalties in federal law for crimes committed specifically against veterans. The legislation aims to provide enhanced legal protections for this group by making punishments more severe for those who commit certain offenses against them.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Legislative Status Timeline

Introduced

Apr 30, 2026

In Committee

Apr 30, 2026

Passed House

Pending

Passed Senate

Pending

Presidential Action

Pending

Sponsor

B

Burchett, Tim

Independent · TN-2

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