Senate page Caroline Bernatek questions members of the House Consumer Protection and Business Committee about how they make decisions about regulations on new types of businesses.
Question: While researching the Consumer Protection and Business Committee, I learned that many bills focus on protecting consumers from unfair business practices while also regulating industries like insurance, tobacco, and financial services. How does the committee decide when a new industry or technology needs regulation to protect consumers?
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