The European Union recognizes the following U.S. government bodies as being empowered to investigate complaints and to obtain relief against unfair or deceptive practices as well as rederess for individuals in case of non-compliance with the Principles implemented in accordance with the FAQs:
 

- The Federal Trade Commission on the basis of its authority under Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act
 

- The Department of Transportation on the basis of its authority under Title 49 United States Code Section 41712.