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The False Claims Act was enacted by Congress March 2, 1863 during the American Civil War. It is also known as the "Lincoln Law" to most people in America.

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When was the False Claims Act established?

The False Claims Act is an act that protects consumers from falsely claimed purchases, and other things. The False Claims Act was established in the year of 1863.


The Federal False Claims Act makes it illegal to do what?

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