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Policymakers should take action to raise revenues, promote energy conservation, and reduce climate change.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Funeral Rule should be updated to better protect consumers, increase oversight, and promote competition among funeral homes.

The FTC should adopt minimum standards for prepaid funeral contracts. These are sometimes called preneed funeral contracts.

Congress should fund the CPSC at appropriate levels. 

Policymakers and the private sector should support the ability of people of all ages, ability levels, and backgrounds to travel.

Travel should be safe, including during declared public health crises. During such times, travel providers should be required to put in place and publicize safety protocols. 

Travel should include consumer protections, including transparent pricing and access to redress.

Policymakers should expand opportunities for people to volunteer in their communities. This includes older adults and people with disabilities.

Tax reform should focus on raising sufficient revenue. It should make the tax system more equitable and efficient. Reforms should: 

Reforming business taxes, such as corporate tax or a tax on the financial industry, should be considered in any effort to raise additional revenue.