Tailoring Bank Regulations to Risk and Business Models of Financial Institutions
New regulations aim to adjust rules for banks and other financial institutions, making them less burdensome for smaller entities. This could give banks more flexibility in serving customers and local markets, potentially improving access to financial services for citizens and businesses. The changes may also reduce operating costs for banks, which could lead to better conditions for customers in the long run.
Key points
Financial agencies must consider the risk profile and business models of institutions when creating new regulations to reduce unnecessary burdens.
Simplified reports will be introduced for eligible banks, reducing their bureaucracy.
Agencies will be required to regularly report to Congress on how they tailor regulations to different types of institutions.
Regulations from the past 7 years will be reviewed to ensure they are tailored to the risk and business models of institutions.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_427
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2025-02-05