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The Romance Scam Prevention Act mandates that online dating service providers must inform their members if they have received messages from users who have been banned due to suspected fraudulent activity, specifically romance scams. The notification must include details such as the banned user's profile identifier, the last interaction time, warnings about potential fraud, advice on avoiding scams, and contact information for customer support. Notifications must be clear, conspicuous, and sent within 24 hours of the ban, with some allowances for delays if law enforcement requests it. The bill also establishes enforcement mechanisms through the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and allows state attorneys general to take legal action on behalf of residents, while ensuring a uniform national standard that preempts conflicting state laws regarding these notifications. The law takes effect one year after enactment, giving providers time to comply. This legislation aims to reduce financial and emotional harm caused by romance scams by increasing transparency and awareness among online dating users.