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Regulations and Guidance
Aug 15, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
CFPB planning inquiry on credit card interest rates

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released a blog post targeting the growing divergence between credit card interest and charge-off rates—and previewing an inquiry into industry practices.

Jul 29, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
OCC issues CRA fact sheets ahead of comment deadline

The OCC released a series of fact sheets on the banking agencies’ proposed updates to Community Reinvestment Act regulations ahead of the Aug. 5 comment deadline.

Jul 29, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
CFPB adds new debt-collection FAQs

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau added a new section to its frequently asked questions on the Debt Collection Rule in Regulation F.

Jul 13, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
CFPB confirms March 2023 for 1071 final rule

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans to issue a final rule implementing Section 1071 small-business reporting requirements by March 31, 2023, according to court filing.

Jul 8, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
CFPB issues advisory on credit report privacy restrictions

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a legal interpretation on the permissible purposes for companies to use and share credit reports and background reports under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Jul 7, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
Agencies encourage risk-based approach to customer due diligence

Federal financial services regulators issued a joint statement to remind banks of the risk-based approach to assessing customer relationships and conducting customer due diligence.

Jun 29, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
CFPB: States can issue fair credit reporting laws

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued an interpretive rule affirming states’ abilities to issue their own fair credit reporting laws.

Jun 28, 2022 | Press Release
ICBA, Groups Urge CFPB to Rescind Revised Examination Manual

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and other groups issued a joint white paper detailing why recent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau actions to expand its examination of banks for discrimination exceeds the bureau’s legal authority.

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