The Act is cited as the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
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The Act is cited as the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
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Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, Public Law 119-77, sec. 1, 140 Stat. 745 (2026). https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PLAW-119publ77/html/PLAW-119publ77.htm
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