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Get the information, tools and resources it takes to protect yourself in today’s ever-changing marketplace.
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.
The Latest on Consumer alerts
Legislation to ban disposable vapes advances in California
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Updates
Medical professionals rally for gas stoves warning label legislation
How to keep your family safe from gas stove pollution during the holidays
Nearly 400,000 Honda lawnmowers and pressure washers recalled
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What We're Doing
Our guide provides tips for avoiding price-gouging and a how-to for reporting bad actors.
The Latest
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Twelve legislative victories that every Californian should know about
Statement: California Legislature approves bill for more consumer information on gas stove health risks
Banning water beads would prevent more fatal injuries
Marketed towards kids, water beads are small colorful toys that grow in water. But they can cause serious harm to small children and even fatal injuries.
Why We Need Warning Labels on Gas Stoves
Why medical debt shouldn’t affect credit scores
Team
Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG