National Strategy for Combating Scams Act of 2025
Summary
The National Strategy for Combating Scams Act of 2025 aims to establish a national strategy to combat scams by creating a working group led by the FBI. This group will coordinate with various federal agencies and community stakeholders to develop and implement a comprehensive plan. The strategy includes defining 'scam,' evaluating risks and prevention methods, defining agency roles, improving data collection, and enhancing coordination between federal, state, local, and private sector entities.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to improved coordination among federal agencies in combating scams. It also aims to provide better resources and support for scam victims. The establishment of a common definition of 'scam' and enhanced data collection could lead to more effective law enforcement and prevention efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced coordination among federal agencies in combating scams.
- Improved resources and support for scam victims.
- Establishment of a common definition of 'scam'.
- Better data collection and analysis to identify and prevent scams.
- Increased coordination between federal, state, local, and private sector entities.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for bureaucratic delays in establishing and implementing the national strategy.
- The effectiveness of the strategy depends on the cooperation and coordination of numerous agencies and stakeholders.
- The strategy's success relies on accurate data collection and analysis, which may be challenging to achieve.
- There may be unintended consequences or barriers to adopting a common definition of 'scam' across all agencies.
- The Act does not directly address restitution for victims of scams.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it seeks to protect citizens from financial harm caused by scams. Specifically, the Constitution states that the government should "promote the general Welfare". The Act's focus on data collection and coordination could raise potential privacy concerns, necessitating careful consideration of the Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific enumerated rights or limitations on governmental power.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).