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Federal Legislation Targets Auto Insurance Fraud With Steep Penalties
Sep 18th, 2026 • 5 min • View Source
Earlier this month, federal legislation was introduced to make motor vehicle collision fraud a federal crime, according to a joint press release by Congresswoman Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) alongside U.S Representatives Troy Nehls (R-TX-22), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) and Vince Fong (R-CA-20). …
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