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National Slam the Scam Day: Protecting Citizens from Government Imposters

This resolution designates March 5, 2026, as a day to raise awareness about scammers who pretend to be government officials. It aims to help people recognize fraud and protect their finances and personal information.
Key points
Designates March 5, 2026, as 'National Slam the Scam Day'.
Focuses on preventing scams where criminals impersonate agencies like Social Security or the IRS.
Encourages the public to ignore suspicious requests for money and report them to authorities.
Highlights the severe financial impact of fraud, especially on older adults who often lose life savings.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_627
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2026-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating March 5, 2026, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to raise awareness about pervasive scams and to prevent government imposter scams and other types of scams by promoting education about such scams.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_627.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designates March 5, 2026, as 'National Slam the Scam Day'.
  • Focuses on preventing scams where criminals impersonate agencies like Social Security or the IRS.
  • Encourages the public to ignore suspicious requests for money and report them to authorities.
  • Highlights the severe financial impact of fraud, especially on older adults who often lose life savings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-07.

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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