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SENATE 1076118th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

The Consumer Protection and Due Process Act

Last Action
3/30/2023

Actions

  • 2023-03-30Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • 2023-03-30Introduced in Senate

CRS Summary

As of 2023-03-30 (00)

The Consumer Protection and Due Process Act

This bill permits the Federal Trade Commission to seek, and courts to order, certain types of equitable remedies in suits to enforce the laws within the commission's jurisdiction. Available remedies include restitution, contract rescission, and disgorgement.

It also permits the Department of Justice to bring civil actions for violations of antitrust laws on behalf of U.S. residents.

Cosponsors (3)

  • Ted Cruz (R-TX)
  • Josh Hawley (R-MO)
  • Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)
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