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A resolution supporting the designation of May 15, 2023, 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.
3/11/2024, 5:06 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 217
Bill 118 sres 217 is a resolution that aims to designate May 15, 2023, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" in order to bring attention to the growing issue of fraudulent scams targeting seniors in the United States. The resolution seeks to raise awareness about these scams and encourage the implementation of policies to prevent them from occurring. Additionally, the resolution aims to improve protections for seniors from falling victim to these scams.
The resolution highlights the importance of educating seniors about the various types of fraudulent schemes that target them, such as phone scams, email scams, and financial exploitation. By designating a specific day to focus on senior fraud awareness, the resolution aims to empower seniors to recognize and report scams, as well as to encourage law enforcement agencies and policymakers to take action to prevent these scams from happening.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 217 underscores the need for increased awareness and protections for seniors in the United States who are vulnerable to fraudulent scams. By designating May 15, 2023, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day," the resolution aims to bring attention to this important issue and promote efforts to combat senior fraud.
The resolution highlights the importance of educating seniors about the various types of fraudulent schemes that target them, such as phone scams, email scams, and financial exploitation. By designating a specific day to focus on senior fraud awareness, the resolution aims to empower seniors to recognize and report scams, as well as to encourage law enforcement agencies and policymakers to take action to prevent these scams from happening.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 217 underscores the need for increased awareness and protections for seniors in the United States who are vulnerable to fraudulent scams. By designating May 15, 2023, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day," the resolution aims to bring attention to this important issue and promote efforts to combat senior fraud.
Congressional Summary of SRES 217
This resolution expresses support for the designation of May 15, 2023, as National Senior Fraud Awareness Day and encourages the development of policies that help prevent scams targeting older adults.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 217
Bill SRES 217 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill SRES 217 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 17, 2023. Bill SRES 217's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1712; text: CR S1711-1712) as of May 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 217
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 217
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
- Aging
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Consumer affairs
- Crime prevention
- Fraud offenses and financial crimes
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Postal service
- Telephone and wireless communication
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 217
A resolution supporting the designation of May 15, 2023, 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.
A resolution supporting the designation of May 15, 2023, 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.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 217
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