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National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month: How to Protect Your Ride

7/08/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

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Beneath the Surface: A Look at Trench Safety

6/26/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

We sat down with Dan Kilburn, Engineering Supervisor, from the Division of Occupational Licensure’s Office of Public Safety and Inspections to celebrate Trench Safety Month.

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Trouble with a Recently Purchased or Leased Car? Try Lemon Law Arbitration.

6/11/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

If eligible, arbitration helps you resolve disputes without going to court.

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Military Appreciation Month: Licensing Benefits for Active Military and Veterans

5/26/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

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It’s Your Home, Treat it with Registered Care

5/20/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

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Explore the Function and Beauty of Landscape Architecture

4/28/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

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Financial Literacy Month: Build Strong Money Management Skills for Life

4/17/2026 Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

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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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