Officially: Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2025
People and firms that break securities laws could face much larger fines. The bill also adds tougher penalties for repeat offenders and for ignoring SEC or court orders. In the biggest fraud cases, penalties could be based on investor losses or illegal gains.
Where it stands
Sitting in Banking
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6793-6794) (9/19/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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