What does Preamble of Romance Scam Prevention Act do?

This bill requires online dating service providers to provide fraud ban notifications to online dating service members. The bill's stated purpose is to address fraud within online dating services.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Romance Scam Prevention Act do?

This bill is formally titled Romance Scam Prevention Act

What does ROMANCE SCAM PREVENTION. of Romance Scam Prevention Act do?

This section establishes requirements for online dating service providers to provide fraud ban notifications to members. Notifications must include the banned member's identifier, the time of recent interaction, a warning about potential fraud, and best practices for avoiding online fraud. Notifications must be provided by email, text message, or other consented means, generally within 24 hours of a fraud ban. Delays in notification are permitted under specific circumstances, such as when the provider deems it necessary or upon request from law enforcement. Online dating service providers are shielded from liability for actions taken to comply with these notification requirements. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has enforcement authority over violations of this section, treating them as violations of the Federal Trade Commission Act. State attorneys general may bring civil actions on behalf of state residents, but must notify the FTC before initiating such actions. States are prohibited from enacting laws that contradict or interfere with the federal notification requirements. The Act defines key terms such as 'banned member,' 'fraud ban,' 'member,' and 'online dating service provider'.

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Romance Scam Prevention Act

Last updated: 6/17/2026 · Introduced: 3/31/2025

Author: David Valadao (R-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

Online dating service providers must notify users when they receive messages from banned members, including warnings and fraud prevention resources.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will enforce these notification requirements, and state attorneys general can also take action with federal coordination.
States are prevented from creating laws that conflict with the federal requirements established by this Act.

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