The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and as shoppers seek the best deals, scammers are also looking to spoil presents, specifically gift cards.

Now, a state lawmaker is hoping to stop these criminals with legislation. Democratic state Rep. Lisa Boscola of the Lehigh Valley region said she couldn't believe how prevalent the problem is with criminals draining gift cards.

"Imagine the holidays when you're buying a gift card, and then your loved one or friend tries to activate and there's no money there," Boscola said.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is now calling it a billion-dollar international industry connected to Chinese criminal networks, funding illegal activity.

In fact, former Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced this past January the arrest o

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