S. 4346 · 116th Congress

Antitrust Criminal Penalty Enhancement and Reform Permanent Extension Act

Stage
Passed a chamber
Introduced
2020-07-28
Latest action
2020-07-30 · Held at the desk.

Summary

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.