FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION

The FTC is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC: pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businessesProteccin del Consumidor en Espaol weblink: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/index_es.shtml