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Stop CHEATERS Act

Introduced
Apr 15, 2026
Cosponsors
28
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the IRS to establish a system to identify and prevent fraudulent tax refund claims. Funds would be allocated to improve tax refund security measures.

Sponsored By

Angus S. King, Jr.
Independent · Maine · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 15, 2026
  3. Apr 15, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects taxpayers and the IRS, as it aims to reduce fraudulent tax refund claims and protect legitimate taxpayers from refund delays. It would also impact individuals who commit tax refund fraud, as they would face increased detection and prevention measures.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
29backers
  • Democratic27
  • Independent / other2

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (28)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Finance
IntroducedApr 15, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 15, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.