In 2023, scammers defrauded Iowans of $42 million, predominantly targeting seniors. In response, Representative Zach Nunn introduced the bipartisan GUARD Act, aiming to equip Iowa police departments with advanced crime-fighting tools, including blockchain tracing technology, to combat fraud against seniors. The legislation emphasizes providing local law enforcement with modern resources to bring scammers to justice. Concurrently, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto is working on bipartisan legislation to address organized criminal groups targeting businesses in Nevada, focusing on community safety. A recent FBI report revealed that seniors lost $4.8 billion to scammers in 2024, contributing to a total cybercrime cost exceeding $16 billion that year. Representative Josh Gottheimer is co-leading the GUARD Act, highlighting the need for 21st-century tools to counteract fraudsters exploiting Americans. The bipartisan efforts aim to enhance law enforcement capabilities nationwide to reduce financial crimes against vulnerable populations and businesses.