H.R. 4779 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
To extend the Undertaking Spam, Spyware, And Fraud Enforcement With Enforcers beyond Borders Act of 2006, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4779 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Oct 22, 2019, sponsored by Cathy McMorris Rodgers with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Oct 22, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 116-173
What it does
This bill reauthorizes through FY2027 the U.S. SAFE WEB Act of 2006, which permits the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take certain actions to protect consumers from cross-border fraud and deception occurring over the internet. The bill further requires the FTC to report on its activities concerning cross-border, online fraud and provide any policy recommendations to address such fraud.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 22, 2019
- Passed the HouseDec 16, 2019
- Passed the SenateSep 24, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentOct 9, 2020
- Became lawOct 20, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-173. (Oct 20, 2020)
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Committees
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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