Congress Backs 'National Scam Prevention Day' on December 4, 2025: A Call for Coordinated Fraud Fighting

This resolution throws federal support behind designating December 4, 2025, as "National Scam Prevention Day." Essentially, it’s Congress saying, "We need to get serious about fraud." The bill calls for three main things: a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to fighting scams; stronger partnerships between federal agencies and private industry (think banks, tech companies, etc.); and a push for public education campaigns to help people spot and report fraud before they lose their savings. Since this is a resolution, it doesn't create new laws or spending, but it signals a clear priority for consumer protection.

The Whole-of-Government Huddle

When the bill talks about a "coordinated whole-of-government approach," it’s addressing one of the biggest headaches in consumer protection: the alphabet soup of agencies (FTC, FCC, FBI, CFPB) that all handle different pieces of fraud. For the average person, figuring out who to call after an identity theft or a phishing attempt is confusing. This resolution pushes these agencies to talk to each other better. The goal is to streamline the process so that when your uncle falls for a gift card scam, the response isn't siloed, making it easier to track down the bad actors and, hopefully, prevent the next wave of attacks. It’s about making the government’s fraud defense less like a patchwork quilt and more like a single, unified shield.

Partnering Up to Fight Phishing

Another key provision supports partnerships with private industry. Think about it: scams often rely on technology—spoofed phone numbers, fake websites, or payment apps. The government can’t fight this alone. This resolution encourages agencies to work directly with the companies that own the platforms where scams happen. For example, partnering with telecom companies to shut down robocalls faster, or working with social media giants to flag investment scams before they go viral. For you, this could mean fewer spam calls interrupting your workday and better security features built into the apps you use every day, because the people running those apps are getting direct intelligence from federal law enforcement.

Making Scam Spotting Mainstream

Perhaps the most relatable part of this resolution is the emphasis on public education. Scammers are constantly changing their tactics—one minute it's the "grandparent scam," the next it’s a fake crypto investment opportunity. Designating a "National Scam Prevention Day" is a way to create a focal point for awareness. It’s a chance for the government, media, and private companies to flood the zone with clear, actionable advice: how to spot a fake bank alert, why you should never pay with gift cards, and the importance of two-factor authentication. For busy people, this means a concentrated push of information that could save them from losing money—or worse, their identity—in the middle of a hectic week. While the concept of "whole-of-government" is a little vague on implementation details, the overall intent is clear: better education means fewer victims, and that’s a win for everyone’s wallet.