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A bill to abolish the Office of Financial Research.
3/12/2024, 5:16 PM
Summary of Bill S 1964
Bill 118 s 1964, also known as the "A bill to abolish the Office of Financial Research," is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to eliminate the Office of Financial Research, which was established in 2010 as part of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
The Office of Financial Research is responsible for collecting and analyzing financial data to help policymakers better understand and respond to potential risks in the financial system. However, some critics argue that the office duplicates the work of other agencies and is unnecessary.
If passed, Bill 118 s 1964 would effectively shut down the Office of Financial Research and transfer its responsibilities to other existing agencies. Proponents of the bill argue that this would streamline government operations and save taxpayer money. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that the Office of Financial Research plays a crucial role in monitoring and preventing another financial crisis. They believe that abolishing the office would weaken the government's ability to identify and address systemic risks in the financial system. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 s 1964 would have significant implications for financial regulation in the United States. Supporters and opponents of the bill continue to debate its merits and drawbacks as it moves through the legislative process.
The Office of Financial Research is responsible for collecting and analyzing financial data to help policymakers better understand and respond to potential risks in the financial system. However, some critics argue that the office duplicates the work of other agencies and is unnecessary.
If passed, Bill 118 s 1964 would effectively shut down the Office of Financial Research and transfer its responsibilities to other existing agencies. Proponents of the bill argue that this would streamline government operations and save taxpayer money. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that the Office of Financial Research plays a crucial role in monitoring and preventing another financial crisis. They believe that abolishing the office would weaken the government's ability to identify and address systemic risks in the financial system. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 s 1964 would have significant implications for financial regulation in the United States. Supporters and opponents of the bill continue to debate its merits and drawbacks as it moves through the legislative process.
Congressional Summary of S 1964
This bill eliminates the Office of Financial Research, which provides financial data and analysis to support the Financial Stability Oversight Council.
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Current Status of Bill S 1964
Bill S 1964 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill S 1964 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023.  Bill S 1964's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of June 14, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1964
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1964
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1964
A bill to abolish the Office of Financial Research.
A bill to abolish the Office of Financial Research.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1964
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