Disaster Assistance Scams: Education and Awareness Are Key to Consumer Protection
May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report:
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Disaster Assistance Scams: Education and Awareness Are Key to Consumer Protection
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Disasters such as floods, hurricanes, and wildfires afflict hundreds of American communities and millions of people each year. The resulting federal disaster response-i.e., billions of dollars distributed quickly-also attracts scammers.
In this Q& . . .
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Disaster Assistance Scams: Education and Awareness Are Key to Consumer Protection
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Disasters such as floods, hurricanes, and wildfires afflict hundreds of American communities and millions of people each year. The resulting federal disaster response-i.e., billions of dollars distributed quickly-also attracts scammers.
In this Q& . . .