H.R. 6435 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Combating Pandemic Scams Act of 2020
H.R. 6435 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Apr 3, 2020, sponsored by Earl L. "Buddy" Carter with 5 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
- Apr 3, 2020
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Commerce
- Public law
- Public Law 116-287
What it does
Combating Pandemic Scams Act of 2020 This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in consultation with relevant agencies, to inform the public about mail, telemarketing, and internet scams related to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). The FTC must establish a national database for such information and must also disseminate information on how to report COVID-19-related scams to the appropriate agency.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 3, 2020
- Passed the HouseNov 17, 2020
- Passed the SenateDec 17, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 24, 2020
- Became lawJan 5, 2021
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-287. (Jan 5, 2021)
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Committees
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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