S-1897 : Still Just a Bill

Protecting Indian Tribes from Scams Act

This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), after consultation with Indian tribes, to report on unfair or deceptive practices that target tribes or tribal members. The FTC must submit the report to Congress and make it publicly available. Further, the FTC must update its website to include information for consumers and businesses on identifying and avoiding unfair or deceptive practices that target tribes or tribal members.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-05-27IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
2021-05-27IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Native Americans
See Subjects
  • Congressional oversight
  • Consumer affairs
  • Crime prevention
  • Federal-Indian relations
  • Fraud offenses and financial crimes
  • Government information and archives

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