HR. 2427In Committee
Stop Disaster Price Gouging Act
Prohibits disaster-related price gouging for essential goods, housing, and repair services, with FTC enforcement and private and state lawsuits
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Prohibits disaster-related price gouging for essential goods, housing, and repair services, with FTC enforcement and private and state lawsuits
Key points
- Require FTC enforcement
- Prohibit disaster price increases
- Authorize state lawsuits
- Allow private lawsuits
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-03-27 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedEmergency Management