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Senate passes disaster‑fraud bill to curb scams during emergencies
Summary
The Senate approved a committee substitute to House Bill 20 to address fraudulent charitable solicitations and theft during declared disasters; the measure sets criminal penalties and a framework for designated recipient organizations.
The Senate passed a committee substitute to House Bill 20, a measure lawmakers said is aimed at preventing fraud and improper solicitation during declared disasters. The motion to suspend the rules was approved, the committee substitute was read, and the bill passed third reading with a recorded vote of 26 ayes and zero nays.
Senator Perry, speaking in support, said the…
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