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Consumer Protection: Higher Penalties for Unsafe Products and Mandatory Inflation Adjustment

This bill significantly increases the maximum civil penalties that can be imposed on companies selling unsafe products, aiming for stronger consumer protection. The maximum penalty for a single violation is raised, and the overall cap for related violations is removed entirely. Furthermore, the law mandates annual inflation adjustments to ensure that these penalties maintain their deterrent effect over time.
Key points
The maximum civil penalty for an individual product safety violation increases from $100,000 to $250,000.
The $15,000,000 maximum cap for any related series of violations is eliminated, potentially leading to much higher fines for companies.
Mandatory annual adjustment of maximum civil penalties based on the Consumer Price Index (inflation) is introduced.
These changes are designed to enhance corporate accountability and improve the safety of consumer products.
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Print number: 118_HR_7096
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2024-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CAP Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7096.

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 2024-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum civil penalty for an individual product safety violation increases from $100,000 to $250,000.
  • The $15,000,000 maximum cap for any related series of violations is eliminated, potentially leading to much higher fines for companies.
  • Mandatory annual adjustment of maximum civil penalties based on the Consumer Price Index (inflation) is introduced.
  • These changes are designed to enhance corporate accountability and improve the safety of consumer products.
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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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