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To require the Secretary of the Treasury to consider certain transactions related to precious metals for purposes of identifying jurisdictions of primary money laundering concern, and for other purposes.

12/30/2022, 8:03 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5843

Bill 117 hr 5843, also known as the "Precious Metals Anti-Money Laundering Act," aims to address the issue of money laundering through transactions involving precious metals. The bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to take into account certain transactions related to precious metals when identifying jurisdictions that are considered primary concerns for money laundering.

The bill seeks to strengthen the government's ability to combat money laundering by focusing on transactions involving precious metals, which are often used by criminals to launder illicit funds. By requiring the Secretary of the Treasury to consider these transactions when identifying jurisdictions of primary concern for money laundering, the bill aims to enhance the government's ability to track and prevent money laundering activities.

In addition to addressing money laundering concerns, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to precious metals. While the bill does not specify these additional purposes, it is likely that they are aimed at further regulating the precious metals industry to prevent abuse and ensure compliance with anti-money laundering laws. Overall, Bill 117 hr 5843 represents a targeted effort to combat money laundering through transactions involving precious metals. By requiring the Secretary of the Treasury to consider these transactions when identifying jurisdictions of primary concern for money laundering, the bill aims to strengthen the government's ability to track and prevent illicit financial activities.

Congressional Summary of HR 5843

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to consider sanctioned transactions involving precious metals when assessing whether a jurisdiction, financial institution, class of transactions, or type of account is of primary money laundering concern for purposes of reporting, recordkeeping, and certain account restrictions.

Current Status of Bill HR 5843

Bill HR 5843 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 3, 2021. Bill HR 5843 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 3, 2021.  Bill HR 5843's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of November 3, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5843

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5843

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5843

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to consider certain transactions related to precious metals for purposes of identifying jurisdictions of primary money laundering concern, and for other purposes.
To require the Secretary of the Treasury to consider certain transactions related to precious metals for purposes of identifying jurisdictions of primary money laundering concern, and for other purposes.

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