Substantial Numbers of U.S. Adults Taking (ID Theft) Steps to Prevent Identity Theft

Substantial Numbers of U.S. Adults Taking Steps to Prevent Identity Theft
A recent Wall Street Journal Online/Harris Interactive Personal Finance Poll reveals that while relatively few U.S. adults say they have fallen victim to identity theft, substantial numbers have taken specific steps to help prevent it from happening to them.
Source: biz.yahoo.com

State Senate OKs bills to combat identity theft
ALBANY (AP) - The State Senate on Wednesday gave final legislative approval to three bills designed to combat identity theft. One bill would allow private companies, nonprofit groups and the state attorney general to bring civil actions against "phishing" scam artists.
Source: www.buffalonews.com

WHAT YOU CAN DO
The Department of Veterans Affairs says it is not necessary for veterans to contact financial institutions or cancel credit cards and bank accounts in case of identity theft. Here is what veterans can do to protect themselves:
Source: www.mercurynews.com

Testimony of Secretary John W. Snow U.S. Department of the Treasury Before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and
I would like to thank the Committee for the opportunity to address the important topic of financial literacy and what the Treasury Department is doing to help improve financial literacy levels.
Source: www.ustreas.gov

Secure Personal Data in Advance of Hurricane Season, Urges Identity Theft Assistance Center
WASHINGTON----May 22, 2006--In advance of this year's hurricane season, the Identity Theft Assistance Center is urging individuals take steps to secure their personal data and to educate themselves about potential scams that can lead to identity theft.
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U.S. Consumers Fighting Back Against Identity Theft
According to the poll, 73 percent of 2,100 U.S. adults surveyed said that they now monitor their bank and/or credit card accounts for suspicious activity.
Source: internetweek.cmp.com