A bill to regulate firms that give workers early access to unpaid wages passed a key committee this week, but industry groups and advocates are still seeking changes.
The agency had decided not to challenge a recent court ruling that its structure violates the separation of powers, but newly confirmed Director Mark Calabria now appears willing to the fight the case.
Freedom Debt Relief claimed it could negotiate on consumers’ behalf with creditors that in fact avoided dealing with debt settlement companies, the agency alleges.
The Hancock Shaker Village, with help from banks and other professional groups, established an award named after the late chairman and CEO of M&T Bank.
