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Stop Predatory Investing Act

5/8/2024, 8:04 PM

Summary of Bill S 2224

Bill 118 s 2224, also known as the Stop Predatory Investing Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of protecting consumers from predatory investment practices. The bill seeks to address the issue of financial institutions taking advantage of vulnerable individuals by engaging in deceptive or unfair practices.

The Stop Predatory Investing Act includes provisions that would require financial institutions to provide clear and transparent information to consumers about the risks and fees associated with investment products. It also aims to strengthen regulations on financial advisors and brokers to ensure that they act in the best interests of their clients.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance enforcement mechanisms to hold financial institutions accountable for engaging in predatory practices. This includes increasing penalties for violations and providing consumers with more avenues for recourse if they have been harmed by deceptive investment practices. Overall, the Stop Predatory Investing Act is designed to protect consumers from being exploited by unscrupulous financial institutions and to promote greater transparency and accountability in the investment industry. It is an important piece of legislation that aims to safeguard the financial well-being of individuals and prevent them from falling victim to predatory investment schemes.

Congressional Summary of S 2224

Stop Predatory Investing Act

This bill denies taxpayers owning 50 or more single family properties any tax deduction for interest paid or accrued in connection with any single family residential rental property. It also disallows depreciation of residential rental property owned by such taxpayers.

Current Status of Bill S 2224

Bill S 2224 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2023. Bill S 2224 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2023.  Bill S 2224's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of April 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2224

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2224

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

- Income tax deductions
- Interest, dividends, interest rates
- Real estate business
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2224

Stop Predatory Investing Act
Stop Predatory Investing Act
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to deny interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning 50 or more single family properties.

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