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Prohibiting Extortion by Foreign Officials

This act aims to protect American businesses and citizens from extortion by foreign officials. It introduces penalties for officials demanding bribes in exchange for official actions and establishes a fund to combat corruption. This makes conducting business abroad potentially safer and fairer.
Key points
The new law clearly states that demanding a bribe by a foreign official is a crime, protecting American entities.
Officials who demand bribes can face high fines or imprisonment, with funds from penalties going to a victims of kleptocracy fund.
The act requires regular reports on the scale of corruption and the effectiveness of U.S. efforts to combat it, increasing transparency and accountability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4737
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foreign Extortion Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4737.

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 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The new law clearly states that demanding a bribe by a foreign official is a crime, protecting American entities.
  • Officials who demand bribes can face high fines or imprisonment, with funds from penalties going to a victims of kleptocracy fund.
  • The act requires regular reports on the scale of corruption and the effectiveness of U.S. efforts to combat it, increasing transparency and accountability.
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. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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