A bill to amend the False Claims Act, and title 18 of the United States Code regarding penalties for false claims, and for other purposes.

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the False Claims Act to increase the civil penalty for false claims. Provides that "knowing" for purposes of the prohibition means the defendant: (1) had actual knowledge; or (2) had constructive knowledge, in that the defendant acted in reckless disregard of the truth. Provides that "consequential damages" for the purposes of the prohibition includes damages that the U.S. would not have sustained but for: (1) the commission of the prohibited act; or (2) the entering into any contract or grant as a result of any false statement. Allows an action to be brought in the judicial district where the defendant (or, in the case of multiple defendants, where any one defendant) is found, resides, transacts business, or where the violation allegedly occurred. Authorizes the Government to intervene in a civil action for false claims after the 60-day notice period has expired if the Government can demonstrate that it came into possession of new material evidence or information. Requires the Court to dismiss an action brought by an individual unless the Government proceeds with its own action within 60 days after notification, if it finds that: (1) the action is based on specific informat…