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Combating Organized Retail Crime: New Tools and Coordination Center

This act aims to strengthen the fight against organized crime that steals goods from stores and resells them. It introduces new tools for law enforcement and establishes a special coordination center to enhance shopping safety and protect the economy from losses. This means citizens can feel safer while shopping, and businesses will be less exposed to losses.
Key points
Strengthening laws related to theft and resale of stolen goods, making it easier to prosecute criminals.
Establishing a Central Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center to foster cooperation among law enforcement at various levels.
Increasing safety in stores and on retail platforms, potentially reducing the risk of violence during thefts.
Limiting funding for criminal groups that use profits from theft for other illegal activities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5046
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5046.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening laws related to theft and resale of stolen goods, making it easier to prosecute criminals.
  • Establishing a Central Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center to foster cooperation among law enforcement at various levels.
  • Increasing safety in stores and on retail platforms, potentially reducing the risk of violence during thefts.
  • Limiting funding for criminal groups that use profits from theft for other illegal activities.
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. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA].

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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