A resolution designating March 9, 2023, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to raise awareness about pervasive government imposter scams, and to promote education to prevent government imposter scams.

3/14/2024, 1:30 PM

This resolution designates March 9, 2023, as National Slam the Scam Day to

  • raise awareness about scams involving individuals impersonating government employees,
  • encourage policies to prevent such scams,
  • recognize those who work to prevent such scams, and
  • encourage the public to report and share information about such scams.
Bill 118 S.Res. 101, also known as the "National Slam the Scam Day" resolution, aims to designate March 9, 2023, as a day to raise awareness about government imposter scams and promote education to prevent such scams. These scams involve individuals impersonating government officials or agencies in order to deceive people into giving out personal information or money.

The resolution highlights the prevalence of government imposter scams and the need for increased awareness and education to protect individuals from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes. By designating a specific day to focus on this issue, the resolution aims to bring attention to the importance of recognizing and avoiding government imposter scams.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 101 seeks to address the growing problem of government imposter scams by raising awareness, promoting education, and encouraging individuals to be vigilant in protecting themselves from these deceptive practices.
Congress
118
Number
SRES - 101
Introduced on
2023-03-09
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/9/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates March 9, 2023, as National Slam the Scam Day to

  • raise awareness about scams involving individuals impersonating government employees,
  • encourage policies to prevent such scams,
  • recognize those who work to prevent such scams, and
  • encourage the public to report and share information about such scams.
Bill 118 S.Res. 101, also known as the "National Slam the Scam Day" resolution, aims to designate March 9, 2023, as a day to raise awareness about government imposter scams and promote education to prevent such scams. These scams involve individuals impersonating government officials or agencies in order to deceive people into giving out personal information or money.

The resolution highlights the prevalence of government imposter scams and the need for increased awareness and education to protect individuals from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes. By designating a specific day to focus on this issue, the resolution aims to bring attention to the importance of recognizing and avoiding government imposter scams.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 101 seeks to address the growing problem of government imposter scams by raising awareness, promoting education, and encouraging individuals to be vigilant in protecting themselves from these deceptive practices.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution designating March 9, 2023, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to raise awareness about pervasive government imposter scams, and to promote education to prevent government imposter scams.
Policy Areas
Commerce
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Latest Summary3/21/2023

This resolution designates March 9, 2023, as National Slam the Scam Day to

  • raise awareness about scams involving individuals impersonating government employees,
  • encourage policies to prevent such scams,
Latest Action3/9/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S750-751; text: CR S747-748)