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S. 1740 (106th)

Social Security Consumer Protection Act

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Introduced

15 October 1999

Last action

15 October 1999 · Introduced

Status

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Sponsors

Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA], Sen. Bryan, Richard H. [D-NV], Sen. Kerrey, J. Robert [D-NE], Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]

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20 August 2025

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Summary

Social Security Consumer Protection Act - Amends part A (General Provisions) of title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit any person from charging fees for services or products the person knows or should know are provided without charge by the Social Security Administration (SSA) or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Permits the offer of assistance for a fee only if, at the time of offer, the person gives prominent written notice that the services or products involved are available for free from SSA or HHS. Prohibits the sale, transfer, or use of any information obtained in connection with such offer, except with prior authorization from the individual receiving assistance. Sets forth civil monetary penalties for violation of this Act.

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Timeline

  1. 15 October 1999

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 15 October 1999

    Introduced

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12698-12699)

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 15 October 1999

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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  • Introduced in Senate (text)

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