W.A.R. Act Wartime Anti-Profiteering and Relief Act
Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Pushes W.A.R. Act to Give Middle-Class Tax Credits and Ban Price Gouging
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by two House committees. It was recently introduced and is considered active as it waits for further action from these groups. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While helping the middle class is popular, price control measures often face strong opposition from business groups and require a large majority to pass.
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Small businesses selling fuel, food, or basic household goods would face new anti-price gouging rules during the emergency period. While legitimate cost increases can still be passed on, businesses must ensure any price hikes are "substantially attributable" to actual increased costs. This could constrain pricing flexibility but also protect against unfair competition from larger firms that gouge prices.
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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
W.A.R. Act Wartime Anti-Profiteering and Relief Act
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