SB362

In public assistance, further providing for false statements, investigations and penalty.

Chamber Passed·6/23/26

Pennsylvania SB362 amends the Human Services Code to address false statements and counterfeit access devices in public assistance programs.

Pennsylvania SB362 amends the Human Services Code to enhance penalties for individuals who knowingly produce, use, or possess counterfeit access devices in public assistance programs. The bill mandates restitution for any moneys received through false statements, misrepresentations, or fraudulent means. Additionally, it establishes a four-year statute of limitations for these crimes and makes individuals ineligible for cash assistance permanently after conviction.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 26–0 · Jun 23
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 22

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

Jun 9

11:00 AM

Health & Human Services (s) Hearing

History

Jul 1

House

Reported as amended

Jul 1

House

First consideration

Jul 1

House

Laid on the table