Prevention of Civil RICO Abuse Act of 2006

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Bill Number

HR 5535

Introduced

Jun 6, 2006

Latest Action

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 17 - 8.

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Topics

Civil actions and liability Crime and Law Enforcement International Affairs International claims Law Legal fees Organized crime Punitive damages

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Summary

Prevention of Civil RICO Abuse Act of 2006 - Amends the federal criminal code to prevent any foreign governmental entity from filing suit to recover treble damages under civil remedies provisions of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).

Actions

Jul 19, 2006

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 17 - 8.
Jul 19, 2006

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 6, 2006

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 6, 2006

Introduced in House

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