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Bill targets steep price hikes on essential goods in emergencies

Officially: Cracking Down on Price Gouging Act

Sellers could face federal penalties for charging unfairly high prices on key goods and services during emergencies or major shortages. The bill covers things like food, medical supplies, and energy, but it allows price increases tied to real business costs.

Where it stands

Sitting in House Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

This bill expands an existing anti-hoarding law in the Defense Production Act. It would also cover price gouging on certain goods and materials.
It would make some sales illegal when prices are far above the normal local market price. It also covers prices the law treats as unfairly excessive.
The bill compares the sale price to an earlier price. That earlier price is the one right before the President declared the item scarce or right before an acute shortage began.

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Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. (7/23/2025)

JUL 23

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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