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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congress.govState enforcement actions have been hamstrung by the dual forces of preemption of State authority and lack of Federal oversight.
State enforcement of consumer protection laws is hindered by federal preemption and oversight issues.
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