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.
National Slam the Scam Day: Raising Awareness About Fraud
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Key Points
- This resolution officially names March 5, 2026, as National Slam the Scam Day. The goal is to teach people how to spot and avoid government imposter scams, where criminals pretend to be from agencies like Social Security or the IRS to steal money or personal information.
- Scams are a massive problem, costing Americans over $12 billion in the first nine months of 2025 alone. Older adults are often targeted the most, with many losing more than $10,000 or even their entire life savings to these fake government callers, texts, and emails.
- The resolution encourages everyone to ignore suspicious messages, share safety tips with friends and family, and report any scam attempts to the Federal Trade Commission. It also recognizes the work of law enforcement and consumer groups in protecting the public from these financial crimes.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1789)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S887-888)
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Official 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.
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