Supporting the designation of May 9, 2024, as "National Scam Survivor Day".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (10 May 2024): Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 1201, expresses support for designating May 9, 2024, as "National Scam Survivor Day." It acknowledges the significant number of Americans who have been victims of scams, including losses exceeding $10 billion in 2023, and highlights evolving scam tactics like those on social media and those using artificial intelligence. The resolution also points out that various age groups, including veterans, seniors, and young adults, are increasingly targeted by scammers.
The bill encourages increased public awareness of scams and strategies to prevent them. It also recognizes the impact of scams on individuals and businesses, and emphasizes the importance of improving access to scam prevention resources. The resolution calls for a collaborative approach among government, private, and nonprofit organizations to support scam survivors and prevent future scams.
H.Res. 1201 was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 6, 2024, by Representative Bryan Steil and cosponsored by several other representatives. As a resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the House. If passed by the House, it would not become law but would serve as a statement of congressional support for the designation and related efforts.
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Official summary
This resolution supports the designation of National Scam Survivor Day.
Timeline
10 May 2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1201 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 1201, expresses support for designating May 9, 2024, as "National Scam Survivor Day." It acknowledges the significant number of Americans who have been victims of scams, including losses exceeding $10 billion in 2023, and highlights evolving scam tactics like those on social media and those using artificial intelligence. The resolution also points out that various age groups, including veterans, seniors, and young adults, are increasingly targeted by scammers. The bill encourages increased public awareness of scams and strategies to prevent them. It also recognizes the impact of scams on individuals and businesses, and emphasizes the importance of improving access to scam prevention resources. The resolution calls for a collaborative approach among government, private, and nonprofit organizations to support scam survivors and prevent future scams. H.Res. 1201 was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 6, 2024, by Representative Bryan Steil and cosponsored by several other representatives. As a resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the House. If passed by the House, it would not become law but would serve as a statement of congressional support for the designation and related efforts.
- Has H.Res. 1201 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1201. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1201?
- H.Res. 1201 was sponsored by Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1] (R-WI), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1201?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. (10 May 2024).
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