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 Pennsylvania, 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 deceptive, fraudulent, and unfair business practices, as well as anticompetitive mergers and conduct. The agency engages in law enforcement actions, policy development, research, and education to fulfill its mission. It operates through the Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics, with support from the Office of General Counsel and regional offices. While the FTC operates at the federal level, it often collaborates with state attorneys general and other state agencies in Pennsylvania to address local issues. The FTC's actions in Pennsylvania are consistent with its nationwide mandate to protect the American consumer and maintain a competitive marketplace.