The resolution urges the United States Congress to promptly pass House Bill 1156, known as the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act. This legislation aims to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud related to pandemic unemployment programs from five years to ten years. The need for this extension arises from the significant levels of fraud experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, with Michigan alone estimated to have paid out between $8.4 to $8.5 billion in potentially fraudulent unemployment benefits. The resolution highlights the challenges of investigating complex fraud cases, which often involve identity theft and money laundering, and emphasizes that the current five-year limit is insufficient for thorough investigations.

By extending the enforcement period, the resolution argues that authorities will have more time to hold fraudsters accountable and recover misappropriated taxpayer funds, ultimately protecting taxpayers from the financial repercussions of such crimes. It stresses that combating fraud should transcend partisan lines, as both parties should prioritize taxpayer protection and government accountability. The resolution concludes by calling for swift action from Congress to pass the bill, thereby reinforcing public trust in government assistance programs and ensuring that resources are available for those who genuinely need them.