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119th Congress · House bill · Last action Apr 20, 2026
BillsFinance and Financial SectorH.R. 8393Congress.gov ↗
H.R. 8393In CommitteeFinance and Financial Sector

Democrats propose stricter consumer protections in corporate bankruptcy proceedings

Sponsor: Rep. Sykes, Emilia Strong (D-OH)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Apr 20, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House

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2 Democrats · 1 Republican
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