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SEC Act of 2025
2/5/2025, 4:41 PM
Summary of Bill HR 216
Bill 119 HR 216 aims to make changes to several key pieces of legislation related to securities and investments in the United States. Specifically, the bill seeks to amend the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Investment Advisors Act of 1940 in order to address how violations are determined.
The bill proposes changes to the way violations of these acts are identified and addressed. This includes updating the criteria used to determine when a violation has occurred and establishing new procedures for investigating and penalizing violations. The goal of these changes is to improve the effectiveness of enforcement actions and ensure that individuals and entities are held accountable for violating securities laws.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 216 represents an effort to strengthen the regulatory framework governing securities and investments in the United States. By updating and clarifying the rules surrounding violations of key legislation, the bill aims to enhance investor protection and promote fair and transparent markets.
The bill proposes changes to the way violations of these acts are identified and addressed. This includes updating the criteria used to determine when a violation has occurred and establishing new procedures for investigating and penalizing violations. The goal of these changes is to improve the effectiveness of enforcement actions and ensure that individuals and entities are held accountable for violating securities laws.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 216 represents an effort to strengthen the regulatory framework governing securities and investments in the United States. By updating and clarifying the rules surrounding violations of key legislation, the bill aims to enhance investor protection and promote fair and transparent markets.
Congressional Summary of HR 216
Securities Enforcement Clarity Act of 2025 or the SEC Act of 2025
This bill specifies when separate occurrences of securities law violations must be considered as a single violation for purposes of calculating penalties. Specifically, separate occurrences must be counted as a single violation when the acts in question are the result of (1) a common or a substantially overlapping cause, (2) the same misstatement or omission, or (3) a continuing failure to comply.
The bill applies to various violations of securities law, including those involving the registration, offer, and sale of securities; and the conduct of brokers, dealers, and investment advisers.
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Current Status of Bill HR 216
Bill HR 216 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HR 216 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025. Bill HR 216's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of January 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 216
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 216
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 216
To amend the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Investment Advisors Act of 1940 with respect to the determination of violations.
To amend the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Investment Advisors Act of 1940 with respect to the determination of violations.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 216
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