H.R. 327

In brief

This bill increases the maximum prison term from one year to three years for individuals who falsely claim to have received specific military awards, such as the Medal of Honor or Purple Heart, to obtain money or property. It targets people who commit fraud by misrepresenting their military service record for tangible benefits. Introduced by Representative Beth Van Duyne (R-TX) and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary, the legislation stiffens existing penalties for fraudulent claims related to military valor.