Author: Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 1428946683
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Consumer protection : Federal actions are needed to improve oversight of the household goods moving industry : report to congressional committees
Author: Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 1428946683
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Consumer Protection
Author: United States. General Accounting OfficePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Consumer protection
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Consumer Protection
Author: United States Accounting Office (GAO)Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781984906076
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
GAO-01-318 Consumer Protection: Federal Actions Are Needed to Improve Oversight of the Household Goods Moving Industry
Consumer Protection
Author: CONSUMER PROTECTION: Federal Actions Are Needed to Improve Oversight of the Household Goods Moving Industry
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
The ICC Termination Act of 1995 transferred federal responsibilities for protecting consumers who move their household goods across state lines using commercial moving companies to the Department of Transportation. A 1998 congressional hearing brought to light a number of instances in which unscrupulous movers preyed on consumers. The hearing also demonstrated a lack of effective oversight and enforcement of the industry by the Department of Transportation. The Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 directed that we assess the effectiveness of the Department of Transportation s consumer protection activities for the interstate household goods moving industry and identify alternative approaches for providing consumer protection in the industry. Accordingly, this report discusses (1) the nature and extent of consumer complaints about household goods carriers since 1996, (2) the roles of consumers in preventing and resolving disputes and of government agencies in providing consumer protection, (3) the Department of Transportation s oversight and enforcement activities with respect to this industry, and (4) issues associated with an expanded state role in this area. This report focuses on commercial moves of individual households and does not discuss interstate moves arranged by governments or corporations for their employees.
Household Goods Moving Industry
Author: United States Government Accountability OfficePublisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781976194856
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 70
Book Description
Each year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) within the Department of Transportation (DOT) receives about 3,000 consumer complaints regarding interstate moving companies: some involve egregious offenses, such as holding goods hostage. Over the years, Congress and GAO have raised concerns about the adequacy of FMCSA's oversight of the industry. As requested, GAO reviewed the (1) extent to which states have used authority in the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) to take federal enforcement action against interstate movers and challenges in using that authority; (2) extent and timeliness of FMCSA's progress in its consumer protection efforts; and (3) advantages and disadvantages of options for enhancing consumer protection in the industry. GAO analyzed applicable laws and regulations; interviewed government, moving industry, and consumer protection officials; surveyed state regulatory agencies and state attorneys general; and analyzed consumer protection models.
Consumer Protection
Author: Phyllis F. ScheinbergPublisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9780756715007
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
This report discusses: (1) the nature & extent of consumer complaints about household goods carriers since 1996, (2) the roles of consumers in preventing & resolving disputes, & of government agencies in providing consumer protection, (3) The Department of Transportation's oversight & enforcement activities with respect to this industry, & (4) issues associated with an expanded state role in this area. Focuses on commercial moves of individual households & does not discuss interstate moves arranged by governments or corporations for their employees. Charts & tables.
Consumer Protection
Author: United States Government Account OfficePublisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781983888380
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Consumer Protection: Some Improvements in Federal Oversight of Household Goods Moving Industry Since 2001, but More Action Needed to Better Protect Individual Consumers
Oversight of the Household Goods Moving Industry
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Subcommittee on Highways and TransitPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration education and outreach programs target safety and consumer issues, but gaps in planning and evaluation remain : report to congressional committees.
Author: Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 1428932909
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description