Bill · S. 5426· Senate(119-S-5426)
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 9/17/2026
- Last activity
- 9/17/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Ashley Moody
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill creates a new group inside the Department of Justice called the National Fraud Enforcement Division. It is officially known as the National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026. The President will appoint an Assistant Attorney General to lead this new division, with the advice and consent of the Senate. This head official will manage the division and handle any other duties the Attorney General gives them. The bill also applies political activity prohibitions to the new division. Finally, it makes technical and conforming updates to federal law to include this new office.
Yes
Does this give the federal government more power?+2
The bill establishes a new National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice, expanding federal organizational structure for law enforcement.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1
The bill adds a dedicated division for fraud enforcement with specific reporting and leadership structures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Better Focus on Fraud: Section 2 sets up the National Fraud Enforcement Division inside the Department of Justice. This gives the government a dedicated team to tackle fraud, which could help protect people from scams and dishonest practices.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found in Text: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2Improves Government Transparency+1
- 9/17/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in Senate
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