(a) A person may not knowingly make or cause to be made a false statement or report: (1) in an application or document provided to the Department; or (2) to influence Department action affecting financial assistance, whether or not the assistance already has been extended. (b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $50,000 or both.
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