Rick Scott (R-FL)
A resolution designating March 6, 2025, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to raise awareness about pervasive scams and to promote education to prevent government imposter scams and other types of scams.
A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1616-1617; text: CR S1609-1610)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates March 6, 2025, as "National Slam the Scam Day." The goal is to raise awareness and promote education regarding pervasive scams, specifically those where people impersonate government employees. These scams involve agencies like Social Security, Medicare, the USPS, and the IRS. The resolution aims to amplify messaging to prevent these fraudulent activities. It also recognizes the roles that various organizations play in prevention and education. Finally, it honors those working to fight against these scams.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +5
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The resolution specifically targets scams that disproportionately affect older adults.
- Scored +5
Would retired people be better off under this?
The resolution addresses scams that the text notes disproportionately impact older adults and retirees.
- Scored +5
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The resolution promotes awareness and education to protect consumers from government imposter scams.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Education: The designation of "National Slam the Scam Day" serves to raise awareness and promote education to help thwart scammers (Section 1, 2). This could help people recognize when they are being targeted by government imposter scams.
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Prevention through Policy and Programs: The resolution encourages the implementation of policies and programs aimed at preventing scams and improving protection for the people of the United States (Section 4).
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Empowerment of the Public: The resolution encourages the public to take specific actions to protect themselves, such as ignoring false solicitations, sharing information with friends and family, and reporting scams to the proper agencies like the Federal Trade Commission or the Office of the Inspector General of the Social Security Administration (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would retired people be better off under this? — The resolution addresses scams that the text notes disproportionately impact older adults and retirees. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution specifically targets scams that disproportionately affect older adults. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Reducing scam losses helps protect the financial stability of vulnerable households.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The resolution promotes awareness and education to protect consumers from government imposter scams.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution aims to restore trust in government agencies by fighting imposter scams that erode that trust.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65? — The resolution aims to protect individuals from scams targeting Medicare beneficiaries.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this strengthen Social Security? — The resolution helps protect individuals from scams that impersonate the Social Security Administration.
- 3/6/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1616-1617; text: CR S1609-1610)
- 6 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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