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The Fair Debt Collection Practices Clarification Act
Coalition asking Rep. Barney Frank to modify language that would increase the burden for consumers asserting their rights against debt collectors.

Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act
“The Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act” (S. 1445), introduced by Sen. Schumer, which would close the loophole that allows rental companies to rent and sell vehicles that are under a safety recall without getting them repaired. S 1445 was opposed by each of the major rental car companies and their trade association.

Call for Postmaster General Donahoe’s resignation
Consumer Action joins Ralph Nader in a critical broadside highlighting fumbles by USPS leader.

Comments on payday lending abuses
Comments on payday lending abuses in response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s request after its January field hearing in Birmingham, Alabama.

On the FSC proposal to eliminate budgetary independence of the CFPB
The coalition strongly opposes the FSC proposal to eliminate budgetary independence of the CFPB.

AFR on the CFPB’s proposed definitions
Coalition comments to define the “larger” debt collectors and consumer reporting agencies, who will be subject to regular examinations by the CFPB

Fuel standards are good for consumer pocketbooks
Consumer Action signed onto comments to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) which urge the agency to adopt higher fuel economy standards of 54.5 MPG.

Potential violation of Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Consumer Action joined coalition efforts in asking CFPB to intervene regarding the Federal Housing Administration’s new policy requiring mortgage applicants to pay off disputed accounts.

The Know Before You Owe Act of 2012
Senators Durbin and Harkin introduced the Know Before You Owe Act, which requires school certification for all private student loans.

Strengthen JOBS Act Investor Protections
CFA urges Senate to vote YES on Cloture for Reed-Landrieu-Levin Substitute Amendment. If that Fails, Vote NO on Cloture for the House Bill.