HOUSE 2959117th CongressReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

COVID–19 Fraud Prevention Act

Last Action: 5/19/2021

Actions

2021-05-19Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
2021-05-18Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2021-05-18On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2463)
2021-05-18Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2463)
2021-05-18DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2959.
2021-05-18Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2463-2464)
2021-05-18Mr. Cleaver moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
2021-05-04Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2021-05-04Introduced in House
2021-05-04Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2021-05-18 (53)

COVID-19 Fraud Prevention Act

This bill establishes the Consumer and Investor Fraud Working Group to prevent fraud during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic. The working group must report quarterly regarding resources available to consumers, public enforcement actions, and related consumer complaints.

Cosponsors (1)

Van Taylor (R-TX)

Subjects

Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Congressional oversight
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Consumer affairs
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Executive agency funding and structure
Financial services and investments
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government information and archives
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Intergovernmental relations
Lawyers and legal services
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
State and local government operations

Read on Congress.gov

Sourced from Congress.gov (public domain).

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.