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What major federal laws protect consumers?
Consumer protection laws exist at both the federal, state, and local levels. Also, there are numerous private organizations that seek to promote fairness in consumer and commercial transactions. The following are the major federal consumer protection laws.
Federal Trade Commission Act
Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Fair Credit Reporting Act
Truth in Lending Act
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Consumer Financial Protection Act
Fair Credit Billing Act
Electronic Funds Transfer Act
Consumer Product Safety Act
Manguson-Moss Warranty Act
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
Various Labeling Laws
Privacy Act of 1974
Electronic Communication Privacy Act
Childrens Online Privacy Protection Act