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AGENCY TESTIMONY

Legislative proposals to combat elder fraud

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68 sec

The testimony includes recommendations for legislative actions at both the federal and state levels to enhance protections against elder fraud and improve financial safeguards for older adults.

  • Proposal for federal legislation requiring banking institutions to set up greater safeguards and ensure processes for reversing fraudulent charges
  • State-level proposal to require licensing or certification for tax preparers in New York State
  • Advocacy for the New York State legislature and state education department to issue certificates or licenses for tax preparers
  • Call for council partnership in pursuing legislative action to ensure restitution for elder fraud victims