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S.1145: Truth in Settlements Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced May 17, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2017
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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- Introduced in Senate - May 17, 2017
Bill Summary
Truth in Settlements Act of 2017 This bill sets forth new requirements for the public disclosure of any covered settlement agreement entered into by a federal executive agency. The bill defines "covered settlement agreement" as a settlement agreement (including a consent decree) that: (1) is entered into by an executive agency, (2) relates to an alleged violation of federal civil or criminal law, and (3) requires the payment of at least $1...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| May 17, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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| May 17, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) |