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Avoiding Home Improvement and Contractor Scams

3/20/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Thinking about a home improvement project? Know your way around contractors and potential scams.

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National Consumer Protection Week with Undersecretary Layla D’Emilia

3/02/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

We sat down with Undersecretary Layla D’Emilia to talk about how OCABR helps consumers and how people can better protect themselves from scammers.

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Internet Safety for Kids and Teens

2/23/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Learn about internet safety, scams targeting youth, and other things to know to keep you and your family secure online

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Loves You Not: Don’t Fall Head Over Heels for Romance Scams

2/05/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

With love in the air, it’s important to look for warning signs and red flags — especially online.

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Data Privacy Week: Watch Out for Cryptocurrency Scams

1/26/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

With the rise of cyber and cryptocurrency scams, it’s important to know what to do if you come across one.

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Health Insurance Scams

12/18/2025 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Here's how to protect yourself and your family.

‘Tis the Season: What you Need to Know About Holiday Scams

11/24/2025 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

This holiday season, stay informed and protect your wallet from criminals.

Elevator and Escalator Safety Awareness Week

11/10/2025 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Whether you are in an office building or shopping center, elevators and escalators are part of our everyday lives. But who is working to ensure that they are safe to use?

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Keep Yourself Safe

10/23/2025 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Simple tasks such as shopping online or checking your email put you at risk if you are not careful.

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Trick or Treat? Halloween Scams to Avoid This Season

10/17/2025 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Halloween is all about tricks and treats — but can you identify tricks that scammers are playing this season?