119th Congress · Senate bill · Last action Aug 3, 2026
S. 5221Introduced
Democrats introduce bill prohibiting purchase and sale of nonpublic information.
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex (D-CA)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Aug 3, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
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SENATEIntroduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
Aug 3
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