HR 4988
Scam Farms Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:02 AM
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the President to issue ‘letters of marque and reprisal,’ essentially giving the power to authorize private individuals and entities to seize assets and property from individuals or foreign governments deemed to be members of criminal enterprises involved in cybercrimes, particularly scams like ‘pig butchering’ and ransomware attacks. The bill draws on the Constitution’s power to authorize such actions to combat threats to national security. It requires the posting of security bonds to ensure compliance with these authorizations.
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