The recent unanimous passage of the SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act by the United States Senate signifies a critical moment in the fight against COVID-related fraud that has plagued small business relief programs. Spearheaded by Senate Small Business Committee Chair Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), this legislation aims to extend the period during which COVID fraudsters can be held accountable, allowing the recovery of lost taxpayer dollars. Small business owners may find particular relevance in the details of this legislation, especially considering the impact of fraudulent activities on the…
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