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Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4209

Bill 118 hr 4209, also known as the Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act, aims to promote stability and safety within the banking industry in the United States. The bill focuses on providing incentives for banks to engage in practices that reduce risk and promote financial health.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a system of incentives for banks that maintain strong capital reserves and adhere to sound risk management practices. Banks that meet certain criteria for capital adequacy and risk management would be eligible for reduced regulatory burdens and potentially lower insurance premiums.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability within the banking industry. Banks would be required to disclose more information about their risk management practices and financial health, allowing regulators and the public to better assess the stability of individual institutions. Overall, the Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act seeks to create a more stable and secure banking industry in the United States by encouraging banks to prioritize safety and soundness in their operations. The bill aims to strike a balance between promoting financial stability and reducing regulatory burdens on banks, ultimately benefiting both the industry and consumers.

Congressional Summary of HR 4209

Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act

This bill allows the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to, during cease-and-desist proceedings for unsafe or unsound practices in an institution, prohibit the sale of stock in a bank or holding company by an officer or director of the bank or any bank-affiliated party who received stock as compensation. Further, the bill automatically prohibits the sale of such stocks by senior executive officers or affiliated parties at large banks if the bank receives a certain risk management rating or if the bank is under an unresolved supervisory notice issued by a banking regulator.

Current Status of Bill HR 4209

Bill HR 4209 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 20, 2023. Bill HR 4209 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 20, 2023.  Bill HR 4209's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of June 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4209

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4209

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4209

Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act
Incentivizing Safe and Sound Banking Act
To prohibit stock sales by senior bank executives in certain circumstances.

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