RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — On Thursday, Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares announced an agreement with the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) aimed at fraudulent claims for unemployment compensation.
“When someone commits fraud against the state, they are stealing from all Virginians. When that fraud impacts our unemployment insurance program, it is especially hurting people in need,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “I am proud of Attorney General Miyares who will take on this important role of fighting fraud and abuse on behalf of all Virginians.”
The agreement will enable the VEC to can request and authorize the Attorney General to represent them in the prosecution of criminal unemployment compensation fraud cases.
“The VEC has asked that I take on this responsibility, and I enthusiastically agreed to the VEC’s request,” said Attorney General Jason Miyares. “Protecting the Commonwealth from crime is one of my top priorities as Attorney General. Fraudulent claims must be prosecuted and fraud on the unemployment fund diverts resources from those who need them most.”
This announcement comes as Youngkin’s office says the number of fraudulent claims for unemployment compensation has increased throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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