Internet Scam News: U.S. SAFE WEB Act Bill Introduced

Okay, we're making a little political progress. At least we have some indication the people of congress are able to actually do *something*! Not that this news bit is a result, it is only the first step, but that step has to be taken. Now let's hope they can get it to the floor for a vote.

Sens. Mark Pryor (D-Ark.) and Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.) teamed up to introduce a bill Thursday that would protect consumers from online fraud.

Pryor and Ayotte said they were concerned that current tools used to combat global Internet scams are set to expire next year. The Undertaking Spam, Spyware and Fraud Enforcement With Enforcers Beyond Borders Act (U.S. SAFE WEB Act) will extend current authorities until 2020.