OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Eliminating Fraud in the CFPB’s Complaint Database Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7588.
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 2026-02-17.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Consumers must attest under penalty of perjury that all information in their complaint is true and accurate.
- A 60-day waiting period is required after notifying the company before a formal complaint can be filed with the Bureau.
- Companies can close duplicate, frivolous, or unauthorized complaints without taking further action.
- Detailed personal stories and narratives in complaints will no longer be made public or viewable by the general population.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Introduced.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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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: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-24.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.