Safe Access to Cash Act of 2025

3/18/2025, 4:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1631

Bill 119 HR 1631 aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to clarify the ownership and responsibility of ATMs. The bill states that ATMs are considered to be under the care, custody, control, management, or possession of any bank, credit union, or savings and loan association, regardless of whether the ATM is physically located on the premises of the institution.

This clarification is important as it ensures that financial institutions are held accountable for the ATMs they operate, even if the machines are located off-site. By explicitly stating that ATMs are under the ownership and responsibility of the financial institution, the bill aims to protect consumers and ensure that proper security measures are in place for these machines.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 1631 seeks to provide clarity and consistency in the regulation of ATMs, ultimately benefiting both financial institutions and consumers.

Current Status of Bill HR 1631

Bill HR 1631 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1631 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025.  Bill HR 1631's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 26, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1631

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1631

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1631

To amend title 18, United States Code, to clarify that ATMs are in the care, custody, control, management, or possession of, any bank, credit union, or any savings and loan association regardless of whether the ATM is located on the physical premises of such an institution.To amend title 18, United States Code, to clarify that ATMs are in the care, custody, control, management, or possession of, any bank, credit union, or any savings and loan association regardless of whether the ATM is located on the physical premises of such an institution.
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