Clarity in Lending Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-16T19:27:46Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8338 Clarity in Lending Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Finance and Financial Sector. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/16/2024, 7:27 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8338

Bill 118 hr 8338, also known as the Clarity in Lending Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve transparency and clarity in lending practices, particularly in the mortgage industry.

The Clarity in Lending Act aims to ensure that borrowers have a clear understanding of the terms and conditions of their loans, including interest rates, fees, and repayment schedules. This is intended to help prevent predatory lending practices and protect consumers from being taken advantage of by unscrupulous lenders.

The bill includes provisions that require lenders to provide borrowers with clear and concise information about their loans, including a summary of key terms and costs. It also mandates that lenders disclose any potential risks associated with the loan, such as adjustable interest rates or balloon payments. Additionally, the Clarity in Lending Act includes measures to improve oversight and enforcement of lending practices, including increased penalties for lenders who engage in deceptive or unfair practices. This is intended to hold lenders accountable and deter them from engaging in harmful practices that could harm borrowers. Overall, the Clarity in Lending Act is aimed at promoting transparency and fairness in the lending industry, with the goal of protecting consumers and ensuring that they have access to clear and accurate information about their loans.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8338

Bill HR 8338 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2024. Bill HR 8338 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 10, 2024. Bill HR 8338's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 652. as of December 3, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8338

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Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8338

Clarity in Lending ActClarity in Lending ActTo regulate small-dollar, short-term credit products, to protect the privacy of lenders, and to improve the unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices authority of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection, and for other purposes.

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