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Increased Investment Transparency: Risk Warnings for Investors

This act aims to enhance investor safety, particularly for those purchasing shares in foreign companies. It mandates the clear labeling of risky investments, allowing everyone to easily check if a company might not offer full ownership rights or legal recourse. This ensures citizens are better informed about potential dangers before making investment decisions.
Key points
Stock exchanges will be required to clearly identify companies where investors may not have full ownership rights or legal recourse.
Brokers and dealers will be mandated to warn investors about the lack of legal recourse for investments in certain types of foreign entities.
The goal is to ensure citizens have clear and easily accessible information about the risks associated with certain investments, especially in foreign entities.
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Print number: 117_S_4757
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2022-08-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TICKER Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4757.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Stock exchanges will be required to clearly identify companies where investors may not have full ownership rights or legal recourse.
  • Brokers and dealers will be mandated to warn investors about the lack of legal recourse for investments in certain types of foreign entities.
  • The goal is to ensure citizens have clear and easily accessible information about the risks associated with certain investments, especially in foreign entities.
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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

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