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National Slam the Scam Day: Protecting Citizens from Government Imposter Fraud

The US Senate designated March 9th as National Slam the Scam Day to combat widespread fraud where criminals impersonate government employees, particularly from agencies like the SSA or IRS. This initiative aims to protect citizens from significant financial losses (estimated at nearly $509 million in 2022) by promoting public education on how to recognize, ignore, and report these deceptive solicitations. The goal is to enhance citizens' financial security.
Key points
The resolution establishes an annual awareness day focused on protecting your personal finances and identity from scammers pretending to be government officials.
Citizens are encouraged to ignore suspicious contacts (phone, email, mail) demanding payment or personal information on behalf of government agencies.
It urges reporting scam attempts to relevant bodies, including the SSA Inspector General's Office or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), to aid in law enforcement efforts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_101
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Process start date: 2023-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_101.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution establishes an annual awareness day focused on protecting your personal finances and identity from scammers pretending to be government officials.
  • Citizens are encouraged to ignore suspicious contacts (phone, email, mail) demanding payment or personal information on behalf of government agencies.
  • It urges reporting scam attempts to relevant bodies, including the SSA Inspector General's Office or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), to aid in law enforcement efforts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: 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)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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