H.R. 7699 · 116th Congress

Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2020-07-21
Latest action
2020-07-21 · Introduced in House

Summary

Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams ActThis bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to report on, and increase awareness regarding, scams targeting older adults. Specifically, the commission must

report on the number and type of scams that target older adults and provide policy recommendations to prevent such scams; revise the commission's web portal with current information about such scams, including contact information for law enforcement and adult protective services agencies; and coordinate with media outlets and law enforcement to disseminate such information.