Banks, Credit Unions and Consumer Groups Support ‘Close the Shadow Banking Loophole Act’
The Act would protect consumers and the financial system by requiring all companies engaged in the same banking activities to follow the same rules.
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Governors, Legislators, and Utility Affordability: Broadening the Frame to Water
State leaders can address major water affordability challenges by protecting financially vulnerable customers, ensuring transparency, and providing dedicated state funding for water infrastructure.
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Six Law Students Awarded Summer Internships at NCLC
Summer Program Expands to NCLC’s Washington, D.C. office
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Digital Library: Home Equity Theft Scams—An Old Problem Takes on New Forms
This article describes emerging home equity theft schemes, some new and others that have been around for decades.
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Massachusetts Voters Overwhelmingly Support Passage of the Road to Opportunity Act
Polling Finds Broad, Bipartisan Support for Ending Debt-Based Driving Restrictions
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Oppose the Earned Wage Access “Protection” Act
Take action to stop payday loan apps from making workers pay to be paid.
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Department of Education Suspending Plan to Seize Tax Refunds and Wages of Borrowers with Student Loans in Default
The Department of Education announced that it will delay plans to seize tax refunds and garnish the wages of struggling student loan borrowers.
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MOHELA Hit With Fresh Charges of Ongoing Student Loan Mismanagement
AFT Amends Complaint in Lawsuit Against Embattled Student Loan Servicer, Alleges MOHELA’s Misconduct Has Been Ongoing for Years
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As MLK Day Approaches, HUD Takes Steps to Reduce Access to Housing
Proposed Rule Change Would Condone Discrimination in Housing
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Washtenaw County Prosecutor, Consumer Advocates Sue Innovative Apartment Group Over Predatory Subleasing and Debt Collection Scam
Advocates Say Company Exploits Families With Low Credit Scores and Puts Them at Risk of Eviction
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Advocates Warn Student Loan Borrowers: The Government May Seize Your Tax Refund
Borrowers Advised to “Dial Before You File” to Know if Your Loans are in Default and Your Refund Is at Risk.
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Digital Library: FDCPA: 2025 in Review
This article examines the most significant 2025 Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) developments.
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