Bill · S. 5457· Senate(119-S-5457)
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 9/22/2026
- Last activity
- 9/22/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Eric Schmitt
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026. It amends title 28 of the United States Code to create a brand new National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice. The President will appoint an Assistant Attorney General to lead this new division, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. This newly designated head will run the division and perform other duties assigned by the Attorney General. Additionally, the bill applies political activity prohibitions to this division just like the Criminal Division.
Yes
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The legislation expands the federal government's organizational structure by creating a new National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice.
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+3
The bill establishes a dedicated National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice, enhancing federal enforcement capabilities.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
By explicitly establishing a specialized division and leadership position for fraud enforcement, the bill brings greater organizational clarity to federal anti-fraud efforts.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 establishes a dedicated National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice, which creates a specific team focused entirely on handling fraud enforcement matters.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline potential negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3Improves Government Transparency+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Counter Terrorism Funding+3
- 9/22/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in Senate
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