Stop Scamming Americans Act
To amend the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to modify and improve that Act.
HB9412, known as the "Stop Scamming Americans Act," aims to update the Foreign Service Act of 1980 by enhancing its provisions. The bill is intended to better protect Americans from international scams and fraudulent activities. It would affect anyone who might be targeted by such scams, providing stronger legal tools and resources to combat these issues.
As of the latest update on June 23, 2026, the bill has just been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. This means it is in the very early stages of the legislative process. The bill has been co-sponsored by Michael Lawler (Republican) and primarily sponsored by Sarah McBride (Democrat). Further action, such as committee review and potential amendments, will be necessary before it can move forward.
In summary, HB9412 seeks to strengthen protections against international scams and fraud by updating existing laws. It has been introduced and referred to the appropriate committee, but there is still a way to go before it could become law.
