- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 5
- Latest action
- May 23, 2025
What it does
The LOOTER Act of 2025 would amend Title 18 of the United States Code to establish federal penalties for larceny committed during a natural disaster emergency declared under the Stafford Act. It would apply to individuals who commit petit or grand larceny—defined by state law—in any county under such an emergency declaration, imposing fines or imprisonment of up to one year for petit larceny and up to five years for grand larceny. The bill targets theft occurring during federally recognized disaster response and recovery periods to deter exploitation of vulnerable communities.
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.