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Shapiro Proposes False Claims Act Amid Medicaid Fraud Crisis

2/3/2026

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro will propose a False Claims Act in his budget address.
The plan aims to ensure public funds are used properly as Pennsylvania leads the nation in Medicaid fraud charges.
In 2024, Shapiro's administration prosecuted 119 fraud cases and recovered $11 million.
The proposed act would enhance recovery from convicted fraudsters.
Critics, including the Pennsylvania Coalition for Civil Justice, warn the measures could trigger excessive litigation.

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro will propose a False Claims Act in his budget address.
The plan aims to ensure public funds are used properly as Pennsylvania leads the nation in Medicaid fraud charges.
In 2024, Shapiro's administration prosecuted 119 fraud cases and recovered $11 million.
The proposed act would enhance recovery from convicted fraudsters.
Critics, including the Pennsylvania Coalition for Civil Justice, warn the measures could trigger excessive litigation.