US Congress · HB2978

GUARD Act

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Stage 4 of 6First chamber

55
Sponsors: 1
Votes: Sep 16
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Description

To permit State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies that receive eligible Federal grant funds to use such funds for investigating elder financial fraud, pig butchering, and general financial fraud, and to clarify that Federal law enforcement agencies may assist State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies in the use of tracing tools for blockchain and related technology, and for other purposes.

Subjects

Employee hiringFraud offenses and financial crimesCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationEmployment and training programsLaw enforcement administration and fundingCrime victimsCrime and Law EnforcementIntergovernmental relationsAdvanced technology and technological innovationsGovernment information and archivesCongressional oversight

Progress

IntroducedApr 21, 2025
Sent to committeeApr 21, 2025
Committee said yesMay 13, 2026
Committee said yesJun 24, 2026
PassedSep 15, 2026

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