Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Fair Credit Reporting; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports".
Bill Summary
Repeals a rule from the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection that had withdrawn certain restrictions on how consumer reports can be used. This repeal would effectively reinstate those restrictions.
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Bill Journey
- Apr 30, 2026
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects consumers and companies that use consumer reports, such as credit reporting agencies and lenders, by potentially limiting how their personal data can be shared and used. It could also impact businesses that rely on consumer reports for decision-making, such as banks and creditors.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
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Bill Details
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