False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement is reaching
new levels, and government contractors need to be
prepared. Record recoveries, increased
whistleblower activity, new Department of Justice
(DOJ) initiatives, and recent executive orders are
reshaping the compliance landscape. As enforcement
priorities evolve, contractors face growing risks
across cybersecurity, pricing, certifications,
and other areas of federal contracting.
Join Federal Publications Seminars (FPS) on
December 4, 2026, from 12-1 p.m. EST
for a complimentary webinar exploring the latest
False Claims Act developments, emerging enforcement
trends, and practical steps contractors can take to
reduce their exposure and avoid costly claims.
Complimentary Webinar:
False Claims Act Enforcement and Compliance
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
Time: 12-1 p.m. EST
Location: Live Virtual Webinar
Cost: Complimentary
Why Is False Claims Act Compliance More Important Than Ever?
The False Claims Act remains one of the federal
government's most powerful tools for addressing fraud
involving government funds. With expanding enforcement
priorities and increased whistleblower activity,
understanding FCA liability is essential for
organizations doing business with the federal government.
According to the DOJ, False Claims Act settlements
and judgments exceeded $6.8 billion in fiscal
year 2025, the highest annual total in the
law's history. Whistleblowers also filed a record
1,297 qui tam lawsuits, highlighting
the growing importance of proactive compliance and
effective internal reporting procedures.
These developments raise important questions for
government contractors. What activities are most likely
to trigger FCA scrutiny? How are courts interpreting
liability? And what steps can organizations take now
to strengthen compliance programs before potential
issues turn into costly investigations?
What False Claims Act Risks Should Government
Contractors Watch?
FCA exposure can arise across a wide range of
government contracting activities. Contractors should
understand how enforcement agencies are evaluating
potential violations and how evolving legal standards
may affect their operations.
Key areas of concern include:
- Pricing and cost mischarging:
Improper billing, inaccurate cost allocation,
and other financial compliance concerns.
- Cybersecurity compliance:
Failures involving required cybersecurity
protections and contractual representations.
- Certifications and representations:
Inaccurate or misleading statements concerning
contractual and regulatory obligations.
- Customs and trade compliance:
Emerging FCA risks involving tariffs, customs
requirements, and trade-related obligations.
- Whistleblower complaints:
Internal reporting, retaliation concerns,
and the growing number of qui tam actions.
What Will You Learn During This Webinar?
- Understand FCA fundamentals:
Explore the history, purpose, and core liability
provisions of the False Claims Act, including
qui tam provisions and the relator's share.
- Examine enforcement trends:
Review DOJ recoveries over the past ten fiscal
years and what the record FY 2025 results mean
for government contractors.
- Identify common liability risks:
Recognize contractor conduct that can trigger
FCA claims, including pricing, cost mischarging,
cybersecurity, customs, and certification failures.
- Understand key legal standards:
Learn how courts approach implied false
certification, materiality, and knowledge
when evaluating FCA liability.
- Explore recent policy developments:
Examine how executive orders EO 14173,
EO 14372, and EO 14398, along with new DOJ
initiatives, may affect contractor exposure.
- Recognize emerging enforcement issues:
Discuss record whistleblower filings, cyber-fraud
and trade-fraud enforcement, and ongoing
constitutional challenges to qui tam lawsuits.
- Strengthen compliance practices:
Identify practical ways to prevent violations,
respond appropriately to internal complaints,
and reduce the risk of retaliation claims.
How Can Contractors Reduce False Claims Act Exposure?
Staying ahead of FCA enforcement requires more than
understanding the law. Government contractors need
effective compliance practices, clear internal
reporting procedures, and an understanding of how
evolving requirements affect everyday operations.
This webinar will provide practical insights to help
contractors recognize potential warning signs,
evaluate emerging risks, and take proactive steps
to strengthen their compliance programs.
Stay Ahead of False Claims Act Enforcement
With record recoveries and evolving enforcement
priorities, now is the time to understand your
organization's FCA risks. Join FPS on
December 4, 2026, from 12-1 p.m. EST
for this complimentary webinar and gain practical
insights to help protect your organization.
