This week is a good time to take stock of how you’re doing as a consumer.
It’s National Consumer Protection Week, March 6 through 12.
More than 120 events in 25 states will be offered by 30 federal agencies, consumer groups, and state, county, and local government agencies.
The consumer week is a time to examine whether you have the information you need to make effective consumer choices, and, if you’re lacking information, where to go to find it.
For the 13th year of the campaign, President Barack Obama said in a proclamation:
For more than a decade, National Consumer Protection Week has encouraged Americans to make better-informed decisions about saving, buying, borrowing, and investing. This year's theme, "Your Information Destination: www.NCPW.gov," highlights the resources offered by federal agencies and partner organizations that encourage the public to manage their money, stay safe online, and understand mortgages and other financial transactions. By seeking out this information, families can both strengthen the economy and protect themselves from fraudulent behavior. For information and resources, I encourage American consumers to visit www.NCPW.gov…
As a nation, we must foster an environment that supports informed decision making, supports fair and robust competition in the marketplace, and guards all citizens from unfair and predatory practices. During National Consumer Protection Week, I encourage all Americans to learn about their rights as consumers and seek out the knowledge to manage their finances more effectively by visiting www.MyMoney.gov and www.ConsumerFinance.gov.
Among the agencies and groups participating in National Consumer Protection Week are: the AARP, Better Business Bureau, Consumer Federation of America, Internal Revenue Service, National Association of Attorneys General, Federal Trade Commission, and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
