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Virginia Democrat proposes bill to change nonprofit oversight following Somali fraud case

The bill aims to prevent state agencies from verifying nonprofit eligibility for federal benefits after a $1 billion fraud scandal involving Minnesota nonprofits, Justice Department said.

  • A Virginia Democratic lawmaker, Jessica Anderson, proposed House Bill 1369, which would prevent the state from verifying nonprofit eligibility for federal benefits.
  • The bill follows a fraud scandal in Minnesota linked to nonprofits that misused taxpayer funds, where billions were reportedly lost.
  • At least 78 individuals were charged in the Minnesota fraud case known as the 'Feeding Our Future' scandal, leading to increased scrutiny on taxpayer money.
  • Critics argue that the bill could replicate the Minnesota fraud issues in Virginia, raising concerns about misuse of public funds.
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Virginia's 'Make Fraud Legal' Bill

Virginia Democrats push a bill that threatens accountability in federal aid distribution.

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