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• State laws restricting private use of Social Security numbers
  Consumers Union issue paper restricting private use of SSNs
• FTC: 8.3 million identity theft victims in U.S.
  Report shows need for tougher identity theft protections
• Things to consider when deciding whether to place a Security Freeze
  Should you get a security freeze? Here is some information from Consumers Union about this personal choice.
• Consumer Reports highlights gift card pitfalls
  Consumers warned about $8 billion in gift cards that went unredeemed last year
• ID theft freeze available nationwide on Nov. 1
  Consumers Union offers guide to freezing access to credit files to thwart ID thieves
• Frequently asked questions about security freeze
  Credit card companies, merchants, other businesses, and government entities do not always adequately safeguard consumers' private financial information.
• Costly credit-monitoring services offer limited fraud protection
  Consumer Reports says credit monitoring is overrated, oversold, and overpriced
• Insurance protection sought for wildfire victims
  CU supports emergency regulations and offers resource list and guide for homeowners affected by CA wildfires
• Powerful ID theft protection goes nationwide
  All three credit bureaus will offer "security freeze" protection in all 50 states by November 1
• Security Freeze
  The security freeze is an identity theft prevention tool you can use to proactively stop new account theft and fraud. 39 states and the District of Columbia offer the freeze. Click here to find out if you live in a state that provides you with the security freeze.
• Does your state offer you the option of a security freeze?
  Send a message to your legislator demanding strong ID theft protections!
• TransUnion offering security freeze nationwide
  Consumer groups call on Experian and Equifax to meet or exceed TransUnion's plan.
• CU offers credit card tips for college students
  Guide provides helpful tips to avoid falling into financial traps
• Credit card tips for college students
  Making credit cards work for you
• Fact sheet on state gift card protection laws
  A summary of key features of many state gift card laws.