Bill · H.Res. 1288· House(119-HRES-1288)
Supporting the designation of May 14, 2026, as "National Scam Survivor Day".
- Introduced
- 5/14/2026
- Last activity
- 5/14/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Bryan Steil
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating May 14, 2026, as "National Scam Survivor Day." It highlights the rising financial losses caused by various scam types, including social media, cryptocurrency, small business, and artificial intelligence scams. The text notes that specific groups like veterans, seniors, and young adults are being increasingly targeted. The resolution aims to increase public awareness regarding scam prevention and strategies. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for better tools for consumers and businesses. Finally, it supports the role of law enforcement in tracking and halting scam operations.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+4
The resolution targets the high rate of scam attempts experienced by Americans aged 50 to 80.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution addresses the rising financial losses experienced by young adults due to fraudulent offers.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
The resolution provides tools to help business owners avoid fraudulent invoices and impersonation scams.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Awareness: The resolution encourages increased public awareness of scams and strategies to prevent or address them (Resolution Section 2). This could help people better recognize and avoid fraud.
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Improved Access to Resources: The resolution recognizes the importance of improving public access to scam prevention resources (Resolution Section 4). This could provide consumers and business owners with the knowledge and tools needed to avoid scams.
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Enhanced Law Enforcement Capabilities: The resolution supports the role of Federal and local law enforcement in addressing scams (Resolution Section 5). This includes improving the ability of law enforcement to discover, track, and halt scam operations.
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Support for Survivors: The resolution urges a collaborative approach to supporting scam survivors among governmental, private, and nonprofit organizations (Resolution Section 6). It also encourages continued improvements to support for scam survivors (Resolution Section 7).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Seniors+4Good For Business Owners+3Good For Veterans+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- 5/14/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 6 Cosponsors added.
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