Hold Corporate Criminals Accountable Act of 2024

The Hold Corporate Criminals Accountable Act of 2024 requires federal courts to consider public interest factors before approving deferred prosecution agreements (DPAs) involving corporations. It mandates independent monitoring with objective metrics for corporate compliance, transparency in federal agency settlements (requiring public posting of key details like payment amounts and terms), and extends the statute of limitations for financial crimes by 10 years. The bill directly affects corporations facing criminal charges and federal agencies negotiating settlements, requiring them to publicly disclose settlement terms and justify any confidentiality. Key provisions include new court criteria for DPAs (like victim impact and independent oversight) and annual congressional reporting on settlement agreements.