S3793Referred to Committee

Predatory Lending Elimination Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-02-05
Introduced
15
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Jack Reed
Jack Reed
Democrat · RI · Senator
Votes with party: 82.1% (882 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (15)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S511-512)

2026-02-05

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would establish stricter rules to prevent lenders from offering loans with unfair terms that trap borrowers in cycles of debt, such as extremely high interest rates or hidden fees. The legislation would likely affect payday lenders, title loan companies, and other financial institutions that currently operate with minimal restrictions, while protecting consumers—especially lower-income individuals—from predatory lending practices. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Banking Committee.

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