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Rick Scott (R-FL)

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.

S.Res. 627 · Senate resolution Commerce

A Republican resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors

Last activity — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1789)

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

  1. Introduced
  2. 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 5, 2026, as ``National Slam the Scam Day''. The goal is to raise awareness about widespread scams, specifically government imposter scams. It highlights how scams cost consumers billions of dollars and disproportionately hurt older adults. The text encourages the public to ignore fake government solicitations and report them to the proper authorities. Finally, it recognizes the roles that law enforcement, consumer protection groups, and financial institutions play in preventing these crimes.