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Increased Transparency for Federal Trade Commission Actions

New rules require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to publish draft decisions and reports on its website at least 30 days before a vote. This aims to increase public awareness of planned FTC actions, although in emergencies or to protect confidential information, these deadlines may be shortened or waived. The act does not provide grounds to challenge Commission decisions.
Key points
FTC must publish draft documents for voting 30 days in advance, increasing transparency.
In emergencies or for data protection, the 30-day rule can be waived.
The act does not create new rights or allow challenging FTC decisions based on it.
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Print number: 117_HR_4564
Sponsor: Rep. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Trade Commission Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4564.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • FTC must publish draft documents for voting 30 days in advance, increasing transparency.
  • In emergencies or for data protection, the 30-day rule can be waived.
  • The act does not create new rights or allow challenging FTC decisions based on it.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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