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Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds (CCCP) Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 9:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7015

Bill 117 HR 7015, also known as the Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds (CCCP) Act of 2022, aims to combat corruption and criminal activity by allowing law enforcement agencies to confiscate assets obtained through illegal means. The bill specifically targets individuals who have engaged in corrupt practices, such as bribery, embezzlement, and money laundering.

Under the CCCP Act, law enforcement agencies will have the authority to seize assets, including money, property, and other valuables, that are believed to have been acquired through criminal activity. These assets will then be forfeited to the government and used to fund law enforcement efforts to combat corruption and crime.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that individuals who have had their assets confiscated have the opportunity to challenge the seizure in court. Additionally, the CCCP Act includes safeguards to prevent abuse of power by law enforcement agencies, such as requiring a court order for asset seizure and providing for oversight of the confiscation process. Overall, the Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds Act of 2022 is aimed at cracking down on corruption and criminal activity by targeting the financial incentives that drive these illegal practices. By allowing law enforcement agencies to confiscate assets obtained through corrupt means, the bill seeks to disrupt criminal networks and deter individuals from engaging in illegal activities.

Congressional Summary of HR 7015

Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds (CCCP) Act of 2022

This bill authorizes forfeited property owned by a Russian or Belarusian national to be transferred to the U.S. Agency for International Development and used to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.

Current Status of Bill HR 7015

Bill HR 7015 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2022. Bill HR 7015 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2022.  Bill HR 7015's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7015

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7015

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Belarus
- Civil actions and liability
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Europe
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Foreign property
- Russia
- Ukraine

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7015

Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds (CCCP) Act of 2022
Confiscating Corrupt Criminal Proceeds (CCCP) Act of 2022
To provide for the conveyance of seized Russian and Belarusian assets to the people of Ukraine.

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