7 U.S.C. 473c–3: Liability of principal for act of agentText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
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§473c–3. Liability of principal for act of agent
In construing and enforcing the provisions of this chapter, the act, omission, or failure of any agent, officer, or other person acting for or employed by an individual, association, partnership, corporation, or firm, within the scope of his employment or office, shall be deemed to be the act, omission, or failure of the individual, association, partnership, corporation, or firm, as well as that of the person.
( Mar. 3, 1927, ch. 337, § 3c–3 , as added Pub. L. 86–588 , July 5, 1960 , 74 Stat. 329 .)