First Republic Bank collapse is a reminder why we need reform
Congress should restore commonsense safeguards that would help prevent more bank failures.
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These days we all need to be smart consumers. We need access to the information and resources it takes to avoid the latest scams, stop identity thieves, spot rip offs and keep unsafe food and toxic products out of our shopping carts. PIRG’s consumer watchdog team does the research, publicizes issues through the media, produces consumer guides, and sends out consumer alerts so we all have the tools to make smart, safe, informed choices.
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Should I hit “accept” on cookie pop-ups?
Software lockouts shouldn’t be the reason I can’t use my car
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Cybersecurity labels will help consumers choose secure smart devices
Electronic toys can collect kids’ data. Here’s what you need to know.
Coalition urges REI: Commit to PFAS phase-out deadline
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In times of emergency, our researchers have found price surges of up to 166% for critical supplies like bottled water.
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48,000 signers urge Columbia Sportswear to live up to its sustainability values by banning toxic PFAS
U.S. PIRG Education Fund and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) delivered more than 48,000 petition signatures to Columbia Sportswear CEO, calling for the company to phase out toxic PFAS from its supply chain by 2024.
Celebrate the President’s Executive Order on Competition
One year ago, President Biden signed an executive order promoting competition and opposing practices of powerful special interests that raise prices for consumers, impede innovation, prevent nascent competitors from succeeding and deny consumers marketplace choices.
As the summer of airline delays and cancellations peaks, DOT considers better info to help passengers
As passengers swelter through a summer of airline delays and cancellations, the U.S. Department of Transportation asked U.S. PIRG to present on whether requiring airlines to provide more information earlier in the search process would increase consumer choice and further the recommendations of the President's Executive Order on Competition. Screenshot from slide deck features 1929 "Offical Airline Guide." Public domain courtesy Smithsonian Institution via archive.org.
Buying a car should be less confusing – and the FTC can help
It's easy to spend thousands more on a car than you meant to, especially when dealerships use tricks and traps to lock you into bad deals. The FTC has proposed new rules to help.
American Data Privacy & Protection Act advances out of subcommittee
The bill is a mixed bag for advocates.
Team
Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG
Litt
Mike
Litt
Director, Consumer Campaign, PIRG
Melgar
Danielle
Melgar
Food & Agriculture, Advocate, PIRG