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Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act

Introduced: January 25, 2021 Introduced by: Kelly, Robin L. Democratic · Illinois See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 12 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 19, 2021
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Apr 15, 2021
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 110).(text: 04/14/2021 CR H1760)
Apr 15, 2021
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 15, 2021
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 110). (text: 04/14/2021 CR H1760)
Apr 15, 2021
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1829-1830)
Apr 14, 2021
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Apr 14, 2021
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 446.
Apr 14, 2021
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1760-1761)
Apr 14, 2021
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb 2, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
Jan 25, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jan 25, 2021
Introduced in House
 Votes taken on this bill 1
DateChamberWhat was voted onResultYes–No
Apr 15, 2021 House · vote #110 On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass Passed 4138 See who voted →
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act

This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to report on, and increase awareness regarding, scams targeting older adults. Specifically, the commission must

  • report on the number and type of scams that target older adults and provide policy recommendations to prevent such scams;
  • revise the commission's web portal with current information about such scams, including contact information for law enforcement and adult protective services agencies; and
  • coordinate with media outlets and law enforcement to disseminate such information.
What's happening now April 19, 2021

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

 Committees of jurisdiction 3