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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.
The Latest on Consumer alerts
STATEMENT: Canceling subscriptions, memberships to be easier under new FTC rules
Bike helmets recalled: 140,000 and counting don’t meet safety standards; 14 separate recalls
Updates
No-hassle refunds for canceled and delayed flights takes effect
McDonald’s E. Coli outbreak expands; 104 sick, 1 dead in 14 states
Many Coloradans impacted by e. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s
What You Can Do
Tell Congress: Don’t let the insurance industry hide the climate risks they’re fueling
Featured Resources
Trouble in Toyland 2024: Unsafe toys that slip through border
Airline travel tips for the holidays
Ringing in Our Fears 2024
Canceling subscriptions and memberships: How to do it properly
Did You Know?
In times of emergency, our researchers have found price surges of up to 166% for critical supplies like bottled water.
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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A dozen groups push for transparency about utilities using ratepayer money for lobbying, political contributions
Joint letter from groups comes as Colorado Public Utilities Commission holds public hearing on transparency rules
New airline travel protections for consumers: refunds, transparent fees and more
New rules would also ban family-seating fees, make vouchers valid for 5 years, increase fines for airlines
Can I get a refund if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
Currently, you are entitled to a refund if your flight is cancelled for whatever reason. But airlines don't always offer that up front. New rules announced today will ensure that starting this fall, refunds will be the default for cancellations and you can also get refunds for flights with lengthy delays.
RELEASE: Airlines to disclose fees up front, give automatic refunds for cancellations, delays
The White House and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on Wednesday announced wide-sweeping consumer protection rules targeting aspects of air travel that have infuriated travelers for years.
Don’t get April Fooled by scams and deceptive practices
We've got six consumer protection tips to help you avoid scams, rip-offs and deceptive practices today (and beyond).
Team
Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG