Anti-phishing Act of 2005
Last action on Feb 28, 2005Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Summary
The Anti-phishing Act of 2005 (S. 472) was designed to combat online identity theft by making it a federal crime to create fraudulent websites or send deceptive emails for the purpose of stealing personal information. Under this bill, individuals who impersonate legitimate businesses to trick users into revealing sensitive data—such as passwords, social security numbers, or bank details—could face up to five years in prison and significant fines. For everyday citizens, this legislation aimed to provide stronger legal protections against "phishing" scams and increase the federal government's ability to prosecute cybercriminals who use digital deception to commit fraud.
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