Stop Fraud in Federal Programs Act of 2026

Sponsor: Angie Craig (Democratic-MN)January 20, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Toughens penalties for stealing from federal programs; requires audits for summer meal programs.

This bill would make penalties tougher for people who steal from or bribe federal programs. It would also require annual independent audits for organizations that provide summer meals to kids, making sure the money is spent correctly.

What Would Change

Today, people convicted of theft or bribery involving federal funds face up to 10 years in prison and a general fine. This bill would increase the maximum prison sentence to 20 years. It would also set a specific fine of at least $250,000 or double the stolen amount. Currently, summer meal programs don't need annual third-party audits; this bill would require them.

Key Provisions

Increases the maximum prison sentence for theft or bribery involving federal program money from 10 years to 20 years.
Sets new minimum fines for these crimes. The fine would be at least $250,000 or double the value of the stolen property, whichever is higher.
Requires organizations that run the Summer Food Service Program to get annual independent audits of their financial records.
Ensures these audit results are sent directly to the Secretary of Agriculture.

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Stop Fraud in Federal Programs Act of 2026

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