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NO FAKES Act of 2026

Introduced
May 20, 2026
Cosponsors
15
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires online platforms to verify the identity of users before allowing them to buy or sell items, and establishes rules for reporting and removing fake or fraudulent listings. Funds efforts to educate consumers about online shopping scams.

Sponsored By

Christopher A. Coons
Democrat · Delaware · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 20, 2026
  3. Jun 18, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects online marketplace users, particularly buyers and sellers of goods, by increasing the security and authenticity of transactions. It also impacts online platform operators, such as social media and e-commerce companies, by imposing new identity verification and content moderation requirements.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary
IntroducedMay 20, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Latest ActionCommittee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.