Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8428
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-13T05:53:29Z
AI-Generated Summary
Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act H.R. 8428
Purpose
This legislation establishes a mandatory training program for federal employees involved in administering programs to reduce fraud and improper payments. It also extends the training at no cost to state, local, and tribal governments that manage federally funded programs.
Key Provisions
- Training Program Creation: The Secretary of the Treasury and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in consultation with the Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), may create and maintain a government-wide antifraud and improper payment prevention training program.
- Curriculum Content: The program covers identifying fraud risks, using specific tools such as the Government Accountability Office Framework for Managing Fraud Risks, OMB Circular A-123, the Treasury Anti-Fraud Playbook, the Do Not Pay system, data analytics, reporting mechanisms for suspected fraud, and internal controls.
- Mandatory Participation: Certain federal employees (program administrators, financial managers, disbursement officials, grants managers, and similar roles) must complete the training within 180 days of appointment or the effective date, and then every two years. OPM handles certification and record-keeping.
- State and Local Access: The Secretary of the Treasury may offer the program free to state, local, and tribal employees administering federal funds, along with technical assistance for integration.
- Reporting Requirements: The Treasury Secretary and OMB Director must submit reports to Congress on implementation, participation rates, and effectiveness starting two years after enactment and annually thereafter.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The bill adds a new Section 4122 to Chapter 41 of Title 5, United States Code, creating the first government-wide mandatory training requirement focused specifically on fraud and improper payment prevention for program oversight roles.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: Federal agencies must ensure employee compliance, potentially increasing administrative workload but aiming to strengthen internal controls and reduce financial losses from fraud.
- State and Local Entities: Provides free access to standardized training and technical support for managing federal funds, which may improve program integrity without added costs.
- Citizens: Could lead to more effective use of taxpayer dollars by reducing improper payments in federal programs.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal agencies and their employees in program oversight positions.
- The Department of the Treasury, OMB, and OPM.
- State, local, and tribal governments administering federal programs.
- Congressional oversight committees (House Oversight and Government Reform; Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs).
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
The Act imposes new training obligations on executive branch employees but does not alter existing appropriations or create new enforcement penalties. It emphasizes interagency coordination and voluntary extension to non-federal entities. No direct constitutional conflicts are apparent, as the requirements fall within Congress's authority over federal spending and administration.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 2026-06-08: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-06-08: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-06-08: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 209). (text: CR H3934-3935) (Roll call 209)
- 2026-06-08: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 209). (text: CR H3934-3935) (Roll call 209)
- 2026-06-08: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3975-3976)
- 2026-06-08: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
- 2026-06-08: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8428.
- 2026-06-08: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3934-3936)
- 2026-06-08: Mr. Gill (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 2026-04-29: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 40 - 0.
- 2026-04-29: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2026-04-22: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2026-04-22: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-22: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act — issued 2026-06-08 — PDF (8 pages)
- Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act — issued 2026-04-22 — PDF (6 pages)
- Federal Fraud Prevention Workforce Training Act — issued 2026-06-09 — PDF (6 pages)