Consumer Protection Act

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Consumer Protection Act - Sets forth the findings of Congress that the interests of consumers are inadequately represented and protected within the Federal Government. Establishes an Office of Consumer Protection to advise the Congress on matters affecting the interests of consumers, and to protect and promote the interests of the people of the United States as consumers. States that the functions of the Office shall be: (1) to represent the interests of consumers before Federal agencies and courts to the extent authorized by this Act; (2) to encourage research and testing of consumer products and services; (3) to submit recommendations annually to the Congress on measures to improve the operation of the Federal Government in protecting consumer interests; (4) to publish and distribute material which will inform consumers of matters of interest to them; (5) to conduct conferences and surveys concerning the needs, interests, and problems of consumers; and (6) to keep the appropriate committees of Congress fully and currently informed. Requires the Director of the Office of Consumer Protection to investigate consumer complaints with regard to a Federal agency proceeding or activity, …