HR 819
Protecting Families from Government Shutdowns Act
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This bill, the Protecting Families from Government Shutdowns Act, aims to shield individuals from harm caused by government shutdowns. It prohibits entities from taking actions like debt collection, evictions, or foreclosure if a person is unable to meet an obligation due to a shutdown. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general are given authority to enforce these prohibitions, specifically targeting unfair and deceptive practices related to shutdown-related actions. The bill also directs agencies to provide guidance on how they will handle penalties resulting from shutdowns and to extend deadlines impacted by these lapses.
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