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This resolution recognizes May 15, 2025, as "Senior Fraud Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania, addressing the growing problem of financial fraud targeting older adults. The resolution highlights alarming statistics from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) showing that seniors lose an estimated $60 billion annually to fraud, with Pennsylvania seniors over 60 losing an average of $58,000 in 2023. The document emphasizes the vulnerability of senior citizens to various fraudulent activities, including telephone scams, online fraud, and identity theft, and calls for increased awareness and education to help seniors, their families, and caregivers recognize and prevent such schemes. The resolution aims to underscore the Commonwealth's commitment to protecting elderly residents' financial security by raising awareness, encouraging community education about common scams, and providing resources for those affected. Additionally, the resolution mandates that copies be sent to key state officials and senior advocacy organizations to ensure broad dissemination of fraud prevention information and support for Pennsylvania's senior population.

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