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Faster Bank Decisions: New Rules for Mergers and Acquisitions

New regulations aim to speed up the approval process for bank mergers and acquisitions. Citizens may experience greater stability in the banking sector due to quicker regulatory decisions, potentially leading to more secure operations for the banks they use daily.
Key points
Clear deadlines for agencies to confirm the completeness of bank applications (within 30 days, with a possible 30-day extension for complex cases).
Agencies will have 90 days to decide on an application; if no decision is made within this period, the application will be automatically approved.
Completeness determinations will be based solely on information provided by the applicant, excluding third-party data.
The decision deadline can be extended by a maximum of 30 days, only at the applicant's request.
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Print number: 119_HR_1900
Sponsor: Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6]
Process start date: 2025-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bank Failure Prevention Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1900.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Clear deadlines for agencies to confirm the completeness of bank applications (within 30 days, with a possible 30-day extension for complex cases).
  • Agencies will have 90 days to decide on an application; if no decision is made within this period, the application will be automatically approved.
  • Completeness determinations will be based solely on information provided by the applicant, excluding third-party data.
  • The decision deadline can be extended by a maximum of 30 days, only at the applicant's request.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 101.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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