On September 18, 2025, H.R.5490 was introduced to combat foreign scam syndicates. Affects American consumers by reducing financial losses from scams. Signals stronger international cooperation and enhanced cybersecurity to protect victims.
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Dismantle Foreign Scam Syndicates Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 0.
Latest action on H.R. 5490: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 48 - 0.
Who this affects: H.R.5490 impacts various groups, including American consumers, victims of human trafficking, and the cryptocurrency industry. The bill aims to protect consumers from financial scams and provide support for trafficked individuals.
Why this matters: H.R.5490 addresses a growing threat to American consumers and global human rights. Online scams not only cause financial harm but also fund criminal activities and oppressive regimes. By targeting scam syndicates, the bill seeks to enhance national security and improve consumer protection.
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Officially: Dismantle Foreign Scam Syndicates Act
On September 18, 2025, H.R.5490 was introduced to combat foreign scam syndicates. Affects American consumers by reducing financial losses from scams. Signals stronger international cooperation and enhanced cybersecurity to protect victims.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.5490. Modern Action explains Dismantle Foreign Scam Syndicates Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Foreign Affairs
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (9/18/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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