Stronger Federal Protection for All ATMs and Cash Access.
This law strengthens federal protections against theft and robbery targeting ATMs. It clarifies that all network-connected ATMs, regardless of their location or ownership, are legally considered under the control of a bank or credit union. This change ensures that federal bank robbery laws apply consistently, aiming to increase the security of cash access points for the public.
Key points
Expands federal bank robbery laws to cover all network-connected ATMs, even those not physically located at a bank branch.
Cash being loaded into or unloaded from any ATM is now explicitly protected under federal bank security statutes.
Aims to deter ATM-related crimes by ensuring consistent application of serious federal penalties.
Introduced
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