Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act

Senate Bill 1897 - Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1897 Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1897

Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act

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 the 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.

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Current Status of Bill S 1897

Bill S 1897 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 27, 2021. Bill S 1897 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 27, 2021. Bill S 1897's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 27, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1897

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1897

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Consumer affairs

- Crime prevention

- Federal-Indian relations

- Fraud offenses and financial crimes

- Government information and archives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1897

Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act

A bill 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.

Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act