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DE SB296
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "court" under antitrust law to include federal courts exercising supplemental jurisdiction, in addition to the Court of Chancery.
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Adds monopolization prohibitions to § 2103, making it unlawful for any person to monopolize, attempt to monopolize, or conspire to monopolize trade or commerce in Delaware.
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Clarifies that Attorney General investigative demands can relate to violations of both Delaware antitrust law and federal antitrust law.
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Enables Attorney General to disclose investigative materials to federal and state law enforcement agencies and allows materials obtained from other agencies to be treated as if obtained under Delaware authority.
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Establishes a presumption that price changes from antitrust violations are passed through every distribution chain level and permits plaintiffs to recover 25% of consideration paid for goods or services affected by violations as an alternative to proving actual damages.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Antitrust.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
9/30/2024