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One Agency Act: Antitrust Enforcement Shift to Attorney General

This act transfers all antitrust enforcement responsibilities from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to the Attorney General. The goal is to streamline efforts and avoid duplication, which could impact how the government oversees large corporations and protects market competition, potentially affecting consumer prices and product availability.
Key points
All FTC antitrust cases, employees, and funding will be transferred to the Department of Justice, under the Attorney General's supervision.
The FTC will no longer be able to initiate new antitrust investigations or actions, except for ongoing matters.
The Attorney General will gain sole authority over antitrust enforcement, including investigating companies and publishing reports.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_384
Sponsor: Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6]
Process start date: 2025-01-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

One Agency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_384.

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 2025-01-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All FTC antitrust cases, employees, and funding will be transferred to the Department of Justice, under the Attorney General's supervision.
  • The FTC will no longer be able to initiate new antitrust investigations or actions, except for ongoing matters.
  • The Attorney General will gain sole authority over antitrust enforcement, including investigating companies and publishing reports.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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