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Antitrust Criminal Penalty Enhancement and Reform Permanent Extension Act

This bill permanently authorizes and restores into effect the Antitrust Criminal Penalty Enhancement and Reform Act (ACPERA) of 2004. ACPERA, which expired on June 22, 2020, provides incentives (e.g., limitations on civil liability) for corporations to self-report criminal conduct to the Antitrust Division within the Department of Justice.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-07-30IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
2020-07-30IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Joe Neguse [D] (CO-2)
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Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
Related Subjects
  • Civil actions and liability
  • Competition and antitrust
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
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