The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) seeks to protect consumers and competition by preventing anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices through law enforcement, advocacy, and education.

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; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. FTC’s work is performed by the Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics. That work is aided by the Office of General Counsel and seven regional offices.

In Louisiana (LA), as in all states, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) plays a crucial role in protecting consumers and ensuring fair competition. The FTC enforces federal consumer protection and antitrust laws, preventing anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices. While the FTC operates at the federal level, its actions impact businesses and consumers in Louisiana. The agency conducts law enforcement, provides guidance to legislatures, and collaborates with state agencies to align federal and state consumer protection efforts. The FTC's consumer protection efforts are carried out by its Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics, with support from the Office of General Counsel and regional offices. The FTC also educates both consumers and businesses about their rights and responsibilities in the marketplace. Although the FTC does not create state laws, its policies and enforcement actions can influence state regulations and provide a framework for state-level consumer protection and competition statutes.