Bill 119 HR 2481, also known as the Romance Scam Prevention Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the issue of romance scams. These scams involve individuals posing as romantic interests online in order to deceive victims into sending them money or personal information.
The bill seeks to combat these scams by requiring online dating websites to provide users with information on how to recognize and avoid romance scams. It also calls for the Federal Trade Commission to establish a reporting system for victims of romance scams to report their experiences and receive assistance.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased penalties for individuals found guilty of perpetrating romance scams, in order to deter this type of fraudulent activity. It also calls for increased cooperation between federal agencies, state and local law enforcement, and international partners to combat romance scams on a global scale.
Overall, the Romance Scam Prevention Act aims to protect individuals from falling victim to these deceptive schemes and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.