This bill allows more time for authorities to investigate and prosecute fraud related to pandemic relief programs for venues and restaurants. It helps ensure that those who misuse these funds can still be held accountable, even years later.
SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act This bill extends the statute of limitations to 10 years for fraud-based criminal and civil offenses with respect to the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant and the Restaurant Revitalization Fund COVID-19 relief programs.