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Online Dating Scam Prevention: New Rules for Dating Services.

This new law requires online dating services to notify users if they have interacted with someone banned for fraudulent activities. This aims to protect citizens from losing money and personal information due to romance scams. Users will be better informed about potential risks, enabling them to take steps to safeguard their finances and privacy.
Key points
Online dating services must notify users who have messaged or received messages from banned members.
Notifications will include the banned member's details, a warning about potential fraud, and online safety tips.
Notifications must be clear, conspicuous, and sent promptly, usually within 24 hours, unless law enforcement requests a delay.
The law establishes a national standard for these notifications, preventing varied state regulations.
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Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2481
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
Process start date: 2025-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Romance Scam Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2481.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Online dating services must notify users who have messaged or received messages from banned members.
  • Notifications will include the banned member's details, a warning about potential fraud, and online safety tips.
  • Notifications must be clear, conspicuous, and sent promptly, usually within 24 hours, unless law enforcement requests a delay.
  • The law establishes a national standard for these notifications, preventing varied state regulations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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 Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2848-2849)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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