Senators Durbin and Cassidy request information from online marketplaces about compliance with the INFORM Consumers Act for consumer safety.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Bill Cassidy have sent 46 letters to online marketplaces requesting information on compliance with the INFORM Consumers Act, which was enacted to combat the sale of stolen and counterfeit goods. The Senators emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability in online retail, encouraging companies to verify third-party sellers' identities.
The Senators stated, "Online marketplaces must play their part" in enforcing the Act, which includes potential penalties for violations. They request responses from the listed companies by September 12, 2025, to ensure effective implementation of the law.
The contact includes major platforms like Amazon, eBay, and Walmart, aiming to deter illicit trade by holding sellers accountable in the wake of this legislative effort, which seeks to protect consumers from unsafe products.
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Richard J. Durbin Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Richard J. Durbin:
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Richard J. Durbin Fundraising
Richard J. Durbin recently disclosed $6.6K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 944th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 69.5% came from individual donors.
Durbin disclosed $414.7K of spending. This was the 112th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Durbin disclosed $1.3M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 241st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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