The purpose of this legislative text is to strengthen the ability of state attorneys general to take legal action against businesses that engage in unfair pricing practices, specifically price discrimination. This is aimed at protecting small businesses and promoting fair competition in the marketplace. The key provision of this legislation allows state attorneys general to file civil lawsuits on behalf of their states for damages caused by price discrimination that violates the Robinson-Patman Act. This act is part of the Clayton Act, which addresses antitrust issues.