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Data Visualizations

Use our visualizations to explore scam and fraud trends in your state based on reports from consumers like you.

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Competition Matters

Planning for the new HSR Form

Bureau of Competition
Consumer Alert

Helping veterans and military families battle financial fatigue

Terri Miller
Consumer Alert

For Veterans Day, share how you spot and avoid scams

Samuel Levine

Open Meetings

Track enforcement and policy developments by viewing records from the Commission’s open meetings — agendas, transcripts, videos, reports, and public comments.

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