What does Preamble of Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act do?

This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission to convene an interagency task force The task force aims to address scams in conjunction with the Department of Justice The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to committees

What does SHORT TITLE. of Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act

What does TASK FORCE. of Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act do?

This section establishes an interagency task force to address scams, convened by the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice. The task force will include representatives from various federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, the Department of State, and the Securities and Exchange Commission. The task force's duties include developing and implementing a national strategy to address scams, utilizing resources like the Consumer Sentinel Network and the Internet Crime Complaint Center. The strategy must incorporate public education, coordination with industry entities, enforcement actions, and coordination with international partners. The task force must also focus on reducing systemic financial risk and improving recovery resources for scam victims. Within one year of the Act's enactment, the task force must submit a report to Congress and make it publicly available. The task force is required to consult with consumer advocacy organizations, industry sectors (including banking, generative AI, cryptocurrency, and social media), state attorneys general, and local law enforcement. The task force will terminate ten years after the Act's enactment.

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Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act

Last updated: 11/7/2025 · Introduced: 11/7/2025

Author: Robert Menendez (D-NJ)

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This bill establishes an interagency task force, led by the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice, to develop and implement a national strategy for preventing scams.
The task force will focus on public education, coordination with industry and international partners, enforcement actions, and improving recovery resources for scam victims.
Within one year of enactment, the task force must submit a report to Congress detailing its strategy and findings, and the task force will terminate ten years after the Act's enactment.

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