Re: Misuse of HHS Words, Symbols
Issues: Senior Citizens
Today, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services warned companies against misusing Health and Human Services' words such as "Medicare" to mislead people into thinking certain products are government-approved. Sen. Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Committee on Finance, made the following comment on the Inspector General's action.
"I appreciate the Inspector General's reminder. The idea that someone would intentionaly misuse federal government symbols, emblems and words for a marketing edge is reprehensible. We have to stop this behavior and punish those who engage in it. That's the best deterrent for others who might be considering this wrong approach."