Enhanced Transparency in Financial Consumer Protection Bureau Rulemaking
New rules require the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to conduct more thorough cost-benefit analyses before issuing new regulations. This aims to ensure that new rules are justified, do not duplicate existing ones, and minimize burdens on citizens and small businesses. Citizens can expect more carefully considered and less burdensome financial regulations as a result.
Key points
CFPB must justify the need for new regulations and explain why the private market or local authorities cannot address the problem.
An assessment is required to determine if new regulations duplicate existing ones and how to reduce associated burdens.
CFPB will need to evaluate all costs and benefits, including impacts on small businesses and the economy, and consider alternatives.
If new regulations increase costs for small businesses, CFPB must consult with the Office of Advocacy within the Small Business Administration to minimize these burdens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1313
Sponsor: Rep. Mooney, Alexander X. [R-WV-2]
Process start date: 2023-03-01