H.R. 5967 - Civic Minded

H.R. 5967

Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act

📅 Sep 16, 2026

Summary:

• Directs the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice to convene an interagency task force to address scams
• Requires the task force to develop and implement a national strategy that includes public education, coordination with industry, enforcement actions, and international coordination
• Mandates the task force submit a report to Congress within 1 year and terminate after 10 years

Additional Details:

• Includes representatives from 10 agencies including Department of Homeland Security, FBI, State Department, Treasury, Veterans Affairs, FCC, SEC, Social Security Administration, and U.S. Postal Service
• Requires consultation with consumer advocacy organizations, multiple industry sectors (banking, AI, cryptocurrency, dating apps, social media, etc.), state attorneys general, and local law enforcement
• Specifies the national strategy must include utilization of the Consumer Sentinel Network and Internet Crime Complaint Center, plus strategies to reduce financial losses and improve victim recovery resources

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