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Introduced
08/28/2020
08/28/2020
In Committee
08/28/2020
08/28/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To direct the Federal Trade Commission to submit to Congress a report on unfair or deceptive acts or practices targeted at Indian Tribes or members of Indian Tribes, and for other purposes. This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), after consultation with Indian tribes, to report on unfair or deceptive practices that target tribes or tribal members. The FTC must submit such report to Congress and make it publicly available. Further, the FTC must update its website to include information for consumers and businesses on identifying and avoiding unfair or deceptive practices that target tribes or tribal members.
AI Summary
This bill, the Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act, requires the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to submit a report to Congress on unfair or deceptive practices that target Indian tribes or tribal members. The report must include a description of these practices, the FTC's consumer education efforts, its collaboration with tribes, enforcement actions, and any legislative recommendations to prevent such practices. Additionally, the bill directs the FTC to update its website to provide information for consumers and businesses on identifying and avoiding these deceptive practices targeting tribes and tribal members.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (on 08/28/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/8127/all-info | 08/29/2020 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr8127/BILLS-116hr8127ih.pdf | 09/10/2020 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr8127/BILLS-116hr8127ih.pdf.pdf | 09/10/2020 |
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