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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 "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2022-04: Insufficient Data Protection or Security for Sensitive Consumer Information".

Introduced
May 7, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Repeals a rule that allowed companies to avoid penalties for not protecting sensitive consumer information, requiring them to follow stronger data security standards. Requires the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection to reinstate the original rule.

Sponsored By

Maxine Waters
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 7, 2026
  2. May 7, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects companies that handle sensitive consumer information, requiring them to strengthen their data protection and security measures. It also impacts consumers whose personal and financial information is protected by these regulations, potentially reducing their risk of identity theft and financial fraud.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeFinancial Services Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Subjects
  • Economy
  • Retail

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.