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119th Congress
Independent · Nonpartisan · Reader-supported
HOUSEH.R. 9717· 119th Congress

Protect Customer Property Rights

Customer Property Protection Act

Sponsor
Shri Thanedar (D-MI)
Introduced
Jul 15, 2026
Last Action
Jul 15, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
Jul 15, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed analysis pending — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
  • Title suggests bill addresses how businesses handle or protect customer property or assets.
  • Referred to House Agriculture Committee, suggesting possible links to farm businesses, agricultural goods, or rural commerce.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Likely affects businesses that hold customer property — potentially farmers, warehouses, or service providers in agriculture sector.
  • Could establish new protections, liability rules, or dispute resolution processes for stored or managed customer items.
  • Stakes unclear until bill text and committee analysis are public — affects both businesses and consumers depending on specifics.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Just introduced (July 2026). First stop is House Agriculture Committee — must pass committee before floor vote.
  • Only 1 cosponsor currently, suggesting limited early support.
  • Read the full bill text at Congress.gov to understand specific protections and which industries it targets.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 15, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • Jul 15, 2026Introduced in House
  • Jul 15, 2026Introduced in House