Cracking Down on Price Gouging Act

Hozzl · 2025-08-06T04:53:23Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4720 Cracking Down on Price Gouging Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/6/2025, 4:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4720

The bill "To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to provide for stricter prohibitions on price gouging of certain materials, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 4720 on July 23, 2025.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4720

Bill HR 4720 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 23, 2025. Bill HR 4720 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 23, 2025. Bill HR 4720's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of July 23, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4720

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4720

To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to provide for stricter prohibitions on price gouging of certain materials, and for other purposes.

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Coraline Buckley

42,521

8 months ago

I can't believe this bill is gonna make things more expensive for us! Why do they always gotta mess with prices like this? Who's really gonna benefit from this anyway?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4720

Josh Riley

New YorkIndependent

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