What does Preamble of Consumer Protection Remedies Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend section 13 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. The amendment aims to provide for equitable relief.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Consumer Protection Remedies Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Consumer Protection Remedies Act of 2026.

What does AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ACT. of Consumer Protection Remedies Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Federal Trade Commission Act, specifically Section 13. Changes are made to subsection (b) of Section 13, impacting procedures for obtaining injunctions and remedies. A new subsection (e) is added to Section 13, establishing equitable remedies including restitution, contract rescission/reformation, and disgorgement. The limitations period for claims under subsection (e) is generally 10 years prior to the filing of the Commission's suit. Section 16(a)(2) of the Federal Trade Commission Act is also amended for conforming and technical purposes. The amendments apply to actions or proceedings commenced on or after the date of enactment of this Act.

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Consumer Protection Remedies Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/15/2026 · Introduced: 4/15/2026

Author: Maria Cantwell (D-WA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Federal Trade Commission Act to allow for equitable remedies like restitution and contract rescission in cases of unfair or deceptive acts.
The bill establishes a 10-year statute of limitations for claims seeking equitable remedies under the Federal Trade Commission Act, calculated from when the Commission initiates legal action.
This legislation modifies procedures for obtaining injunctions and remedies and makes conforming changes to related sections of the Federal Trade Commission Act, applying to actions initiated after the bill's enactment.

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