Identity Theft

A panel discussed what states are doing to combat identity theft. The instances of identify theft are increasing greatly and the victims are… read more

A panel discussed what states are doing to combat identity theft. The instances of identify theft are increasing greatly and the victims are severely affected. Main factors in allowing identity theft would be mismanagement of consumer information by businesses and misuse of the social security number as an identifier. An area of concern is new federal legislation that preempts more innovative state laws. The panelists discussed measures both to prevent the crime and to help victims that states can take. After their presentations the panelists answered questions from reporters. close

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  • Steve Blackledge Legislative Director California Public Interest Research Group
  • Maureen Kirk Executive Director Oregon Public Interest Research Group
  • Beth McConnell Director Pennsylvania Public Interest Research Group
  • Rex Wilmouth Director Colorado Public Interest Research Group
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Identity Theft

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Program ID:
180462-1
Category:
News Conference
Format:
News Conference
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Feb 09, 2004 | 9:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Feb 25, 2004 | 7:33am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Feb 09, 2004 | 9:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 09, 2004 | 2:39pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 09, 2004 | 5:57pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Feb 25, 2004 | 7:33am EST | C-SPAN 2
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