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On the recordJuly 13, 2009
State enforcement actions have been hamstrung by the dual forces of preemption of State authority and lack of Federal oversight.
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Lisa Madigan
Illinois

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State enforcement of consumer protection laws is hindered by federal preemption and oversight issues.

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