Legislative & Regulatory Update

Registration for the GAC is still open; financial groups challenging CFPB's overdraft fee cap.

by John Alexander, Director of Legislative & Regulatory Affairs

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Registration is still open for Governmental Affairs Conference 2025
Join thousands of credit union professionals in Washington, D.C., where you’ll engage with lawmakers and make a lasting impact on the credit union industry. The Governmental Affairs Conference is the perfect opportunity to highlight the meaningful work credit unions are doing to improve the financial well-being of members and communities.

Financial Groups Challenge CFPB's Overdraft Fee Cap
America's Credit Unions, alongside other financial associations, have filed a lawsuit against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) over its new rule capping overdraft fees at $5 for institutions with assets over $10 billion. The plaintiffs argue that the CFPB has exceeded its authority under the Truth in Lending Act, contending that overdraft services do not constitute "credit" and should not be regulated as such. They also express concern that the rule could limit consumers' access to essential short-term liquidity, potentially driving them toward less regulated financial alternatives. The lawsuit seeks a preliminary injunction to halt the rule's implementation, scheduled for October 2025, pending a final court decision. 

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