Next stage of GOP’s Dodd-Frank grief: Acceptance
With the recent focus on capital formation bills, lawmakers appear to be putting their Dodd-Frank angst aside. ... Read full article
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State AGs urge Senate to reject 'Madden Fix' bills
Attorneys general from 21 states say the measures would undermine their ability to enforce consumer protection laws. ... Read full article
Hensarling is steadfast: Senate bill not the end of financial reforms
The soon-to-be-retiring chair of the House Financial Services Committee said Senate leaders have made a "commitment" to consider more changes. ... Read full article
House caves, will move ahead on Senate reg relief bill
Speaker Paul Ryan said the House will vote on Dodd-Frank reform legislation that originated in the Senate, but additional House reg relief measures are still on the table. ... Read full article
Gun issue is a lose-lose for banks (whatever their stance)
On one hand, banks could face regulatory pressure to restrict services to the firearms industry. But banks that take a strong stand also risk the wrath of GOP lawmakers opposed to such restrictions. ... Read full article
Banks, credit unions urge Senate leaders to hold vote on reg relief
Four financial trade associations sent a letter to Senate leaders touting the regulatory relief bill as "example of how our elected leaders can advance necessary solutions by working together and across the aisle." ... Read full article
Will Dodd-Frank reform get entangled in shutdown politics?
Analysts believe a bipartisan coalition supporting limited regulatory relief will hold, but the toxic political environment and more looming budget battles to come could obstruct the banking bill's path. ... Read full article