A joint resolution 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; Background Screening".
Bill Summary
Repeals a rule change made by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection that had withdrawn certain regulations on fair credit reporting and background screening. This repeal would essentially restore those original regulations.
Sponsored By
Bill Journey
- Mar 18, 2026
- May 13, 2026You Are Here
The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
- TBD
If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
- TBD
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 background screening services, as it would restore regulations on how credit reports and background checks are conducted and used. It would also impact the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection by overturning one of its rule changes.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
1
Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.
Bill Details
- 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.