S-4346 : Still Just a Bill


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
2020-07-30FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2020-07-30FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2020-07-30FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2020-07-28FloorIntroduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4550; text: CR S4550)Senate
2020-07-28IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

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