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Transfer of Antitrust Enforcement from FTC to Department of Justice

This act transfers all antitrust enforcement functions from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to the Department of Justice. The goal is to streamline operations, reduce wasted resources, and provide greater certainty for businesses and consumers. For citizens, this means that matters concerning fair competition will be handled by a single, primary institution.
Key points
All FTC antitrust actions, employees, assets, and funding will be transferred to the Department of Justice.
The Department of Justice will become the sole agency responsible for enforcing antitrust laws, aiming to eliminate overlapping jurisdictions.
The act seeks to increase efficiency and clarity in combating anti-competitive practices, potentially impacting prices and the availability of goods and services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1059
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-03-13
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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_S_1059.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All FTC antitrust actions, employees, assets, and funding will be transferred to the Department of Justice.
  • The Department of Justice will become the sole agency responsible for enforcing antitrust laws, aiming to eliminate overlapping jurisdictions.
  • The act seeks to increase efficiency and clarity in combating anti-competitive practices, potentially impacting prices and the availability of goods and services.
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 Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

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 2025-12-23.

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