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Aluminum Pricing Oversight: Protecting Against Market Manipulation

This act aims to increase oversight of the aluminum market to ensure fair and transparent pricing. This helps citizens and businesses trust that aluminum prices, which affect many everyday products, are not artificially inflated. The goal is to protect against unfair practices and potentially lower costs for consumers.
Key points
Increased control over the aluminum market: a special commission will oversee how prices are set.
Protection against price manipulation: the goal is to prevent artificial inflation of aluminum prices.
Cooperation with the Attorney General: the commission will consult with the Attorney General on unfair practices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2462
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

APEX Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2462.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased control over the aluminum market: a special commission will oversee how prices are set.
  • Protection against price manipulation: the goal is to prevent artificial inflation of aluminum prices.
  • Cooperation with the Attorney General: the commission will consult with the Attorney General on unfair practices.
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 Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Economy