Raphael Warnock (D-GA)

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; Name-Only Matching Procedures".

S.J.Res. 140 · Senate resolution Finance and Financial Sector

A Democratic resolution with no cosponsors

Last activity — Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2267)

Introduced, nothing more yet

Formally proposed, and not yet handed to a committee.

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Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced

What this bill would do

This joint resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. The rule in question relates to the withdrawal of a previous rule titled ``Fair Credit Reporting; Name-Only Matching Procedures''. If passed, the resolution would ensure that the Bureau's rule has no force or effect. The resolution was introduced by Mr. Warnock and placed on the calendar.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Scored +2

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    Preventing the withdrawal of specific credit reporting rules maintains consumer safeguards that assist those building credit.

  • Scored +2

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The resolution utilizes congressional authority to override a regulatory decision by a federal agency.

  • Scored +1

    Would middle-income households be better off under this?

    Accurate credit reporting is beneficial for all consumers managing personal finances and credit scores.

The opposite

  • Scored -3

    Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?

    By disapproving the rule that sought to withdraw previous name-only matching procedures, this resolution effectively maintains or reinstates stricter consumer protections regarding credit reporting accuracy.