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A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications".

5/27/2025, 2:12 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 28

Bill 119 SJRes 28 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection regarding the definition of "larger participants" in the market for general-use digital consumer payment applications. The rule in question seeks to establish criteria for determining which companies qualify as larger participants in this market, which would subject them to additional regulations and oversight by the Bureau.

Supporters of the resolution argue that the rule is overly broad and could potentially stifle innovation and competition in the digital payment industry. They believe that the criteria outlined in the rule are too vague and could result in unintended consequences for smaller companies operating in the market.

Opponents of the resolution, on the other hand, argue that the rule is necessary to protect consumers and ensure that larger companies in the digital payment industry are held accountable for their actions. They believe that the criteria outlined in the rule are necessary to prevent potential abuses of power by larger participants in the market. Overall, the resolution has sparked a contentious debate in Congress, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle expressing strong opinions on the issue. It remains to be seen whether the resolution will ultimately be passed and the rule disapproved, or if the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection will be allowed to move forward with its proposed regulations.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 28

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) titled Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications and published on December 10, 2024. The rule defines larger participants in the general-use digital consumer payment application market (i.e., payment apps) that are subject to CFPB supervisory authority. The rule defines larger participants in this market as nonbanks (1) with an annual volume of at least 50 million transactions, and (2) that are not small business concerns.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 28

Bill SJRES 28 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since May 9, 2025. Bill SJRES 28 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2025.  Bill SJRES 28's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-11. as of May 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 28

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
9
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 28

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 28

A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications".
A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications".

Comments

Quincy Cox profile image

Quincy Cox

776

1 year ago

I don't get why they're messing with this rule. How will it impact us long term?

Sawyer Burke profile image

Sawyer Burke

710

1 year ago

This bill bad for us. It make things harder.

Rosa Alston profile image

Rosa Alston

765

1 year ago

I don't really get this bill, but it sounds like it could mess with my digital payments. Not cool.

Sylvia Monroe profile image

Sylvia Monroe

706

1 year ago

This bill is bad for us. It hurts consumers and helps big companies. Why are they doing this?

April Godfrey profile image

April Godfrey

720

1 year ago

I don't agree with this bill. It could hurt consumers like me who use digital payment apps. It's not fair.

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