Pennsylvania HB1697 amends the Human Services Code to establish liability for false claims against the Commonwealth, including damages, costs, and.

Pennsylvania HB1697 amends the Human Services Code by adding an article on liability for false claims. It outlines acts that subject individuals to liability, such as knowingly presenting false claims or withholding information. The Attorney General is authorized to investigate and prosecute these violations, and qui tam plaintiffs can also bring actions. The bill establishes the Fraud Prevention and Recovery Account to manage recovered funds. It details procedures for civil investigative demands, including serving demands, protecting certain information, and handling objections.

Pennsylvania HB1697 amends the Human Services Code to establish liability for false claims against the Commonwealth, including damages, costs, and.

Pennsylvania HB1697 amends the Human Services Code by adding an article on liability for false claims. It outlines acts that subject individuals to liability, such as knowingly presenting false claims or withholding information. The Attorney General is authorized to investigate and prosecute these violations, and qui tam plaintiffs can also bring actions. The bill establishes the Fraud Prevention and Recovery Account to manage recovered funds. It details procedures for civil investigative demands, including serving demands, protecting certain information, and handling objections.