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HF 3395

Fraud Isn't Free Act established; corrective action plans, enrollment freezes, agency budget reductions, and employee dismissal required when fraud is committed against a program administered by the state; and other fraud prevention provisions established.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patti Anderson and 8 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill mandating corrective action plans, enrollment freezes, budget cuts, and employee dismissal when fraud occurs against state-administered programs.

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Bill Summary · HF 3395

Legislative bill overview

HF 3395, titled the "Fraud Isn't Free Act," establishes mandatory penalties and corrective measures when fraud occurs against state-administered programs. The bill requires implementation of corrective action plans, enrollment freezes, agency budget reductions, and potential employee dismissal in response to fraud incidents, along with other fraud prevention mechanisms.

Why is this important

Fraud against state programs diverts public resources intended for legitimate beneficiaries and increases taxpayer costs. The bill attempts to create accountability mechanisms and deter fraudulent activity through concrete consequences for both agencies and individuals involved. This could impact program administration efficiency, employee liability standards, and how state agencies manage fraud detection and response.

Potential points of contention

  • Proportionality concerns: Mandatory penalties like enrollment freezes and budget cuts may harm innocent program participants if applied broadly, and employee dismissal requirements lack nuance for varying fraud circumstances
  • Agency compliance burden: Corrective action plans and freeze requirements could create administrative complexity and may conflict with existing program operations or legal obligations to serve eligible individuals
  • Definitional clarity: The bill's scope regarding what constitutes "fraud" and which state programs are covered isn't detailed in the summary, creating potential interpretation disputes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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