Supporting the designation of May 15, 2024, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" to raise awareness about the increasing number of fraudulent scams targeted at seniors in the United States, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent those scams from happening, and to improve protections from those scams for seniors.

Bill 118 HRES 1229, also known as the "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" bill, aims to designate May 15, 2024, as a day to raise awareness about the growing issue of fraudulent scams targeting seniors in the United States. The bill seeks to encourage the implementation of policies that will help prevent these scams from occurring and improve protections for seniors who may be vulnerable to such schemes.

The bill highlights the alarming trend of fraudulent scams that specifically target seniors, who are often seen as easy targets due to their age and potential lack of technological savvy. By designating a specific day to focus on this issue, the hope is to bring attention to the problem and encourage individuals, organizations, and policymakers to take action to address it.

The ultimate goal of the bill is to improve protections for seniors and prevent them from falling victim to these scams. By raising awareness and promoting policies that can help prevent fraudulent activity, the hope is to create a safer environment for seniors and reduce the financial and emotional toll that these scams can have on individuals and families. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1229 is a proactive step towards addressing the issue of senior fraud and working towards better protections for this vulnerable population. By designating a specific day to focus on this issue, the bill aims to bring attention to the problem and encourage action to prevent these scams from happening in the future.