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More funds to combat financial fraud, including blockchain tracing.

This new law aims to better protect citizens from financial scams, such as elder fraud and investment schemes. Local agencies will be able to use federal funds for training and tools to track criminals, including those using cryptocurrencies. This means greater security for your money and data.
Key points
Local agencies will receive funds to combat financial fraud, including hiring experts and purchasing specialized software.
Cooperation between various agencies and financial institutions will be strengthened to detect and stop scams faster.
The act will allow the use of modern tools to trace cryptocurrency transactions, making it harder for criminals to hide stolen money.
The government will prepare reports on the scale of scams in the U.S., which will help in better planning preventive actions and prosecuting criminals.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2544
Sponsor: Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]
Process start date: 2025-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GUARD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2544.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local agencies will receive funds to combat financial fraud, including hiring experts and purchasing specialized software.
  • Cooperation between various agencies and financial institutions will be strengthened to detect and stop scams faster.
  • The act will allow the use of modern tools to trace cryptocurrency transactions, making it harder for criminals to hide stolen money.
  • The government will prepare reports on the scale of scams in the U.S., which will help in better planning preventive actions and prosecuting criminals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 317.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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