FTC Invites Comments on Voluntary Surveys for Economic Studies
Published Date: 7/8/2025
Notice
Summary
The FTC wants your thoughts on using voluntary surveys to help study how to protect consumers and keep businesses fair. These surveys won’t cost you anything and are part of ongoing research to make sure the FTC’s work stays smart and effective. You’ve got 60 days to share your ideas before they move forward!
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