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Tens of millions of Americans have not only been assessed overdraft fees but also lost their checking account because of them. Congress should reject 'High Bank Fees Forever Act' #FinancialFairness www.bakersfield.com/opinion/comm...
ANDREW KUSHNER: Congress should reject 'High Bank Fees Forever Act'
The experience was “frighteningly ordinary.” That’s how Jennifer Rakowski of Oakland described accidentally overdrawing her checking account with a few small purchases in quick succession and the bank...
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April 1, 2025 at 7:03 PM
julianbondinst.bsky.social
CRL's Katelin Kaiser and @consumerfed.bsky.social's Adam Rust are meeting with @foushee.house.gov's team at Consumer Advocacy Day to #StopTheDebtTrap and strengthen consumer protections. #CAD2026 #FinancialFairness
June 2, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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Marylanders meeting with the teams of
@vanhollen.senate.gov @alsobrooks.senate.gov @raskin.house.gov to support the CFPB and #FinancialFairness at Consumer Advocacy Day. #CAD2026
June 2, 2026 at 8:41 PM
crlonline.bsky.social
CRL is joining advocates from across the country in DC today to urge lawmakers to protect and fully fund the CFPB, and support policies that curb predatory lending and strengthen consumer protections. #CAD2026 #FinancialFairness
June 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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BRAVO @crlonline.bsky.social!! Speaking up for victims of predatory lending and crooked banks. #CAD2026 #FinancialFairness @nteu335.bsky.social @savecfpb.bsky.social @consumerfed.bsky.social
crlonline.bsky.social Center for Responsible Lending @crlonline.bsky.social · Jun 2
CRL is joining advocates from across the country in DC today to urge lawmakers to protect and fully fund the CFPB, and support policies that curb predatory lending and strengthen consumer protections. #CAD2026 #FinancialFairness
June 2, 2026 at 10:23 PM
citizenptnewsus.bsky.social
Rep. Warren Davidson's new bill aims to reshape interstate lending rules, but critics warn it could open the door to predatory practices that hurt consumers.

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#US #CitizenPortal #ConsumerProtection #FinancialFairness #PredatoryLending #OhioBanking
Committee backs bill to clarify interstate interest-rate rules for state-chartered banks
The committee ordered HR 78 66 to restore clarity on interest-rate exportation under the dual banking system, a measure supporters said protects state-charter viability while opponents warned it could curtail states' ability to limit predatory lending schemes.
citizenportal.ai
September 26, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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Yes WE Are!! Angry!
#Resist #freedomofspeech #SNAP #MEDICARE #SocialSecurity #FinancialFairness #DueProcess #NOKINGS #TRANSRights #LGBTQ+
Trump's Big Bill passed today. This post is about - recognizing the actions being taken now are not politics, they are about human rights, freedom of speech, massive billionaires tax breaks and loss of economic progress for low and middle income Americans. it's about food safety for children, it's about protecting our rights to due process and on and on
July 3, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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The Need for Intimacy and the Reality of Date Planning #GayPodcaster #MarriedGayLife #BearCouple #GayPride #LGBTPodcaster #RelationshipPodcast #relationshipgoals #IntimacyMatters #RelationshipRealTalk #AffectionNeeded #DateNightStruggles #FinancialFairness #CouplesConnect
July 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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“For many people who live paycheck-to-paycheck, this will be a financially devastating law. It should be repealed.” -President of @CRLMike Calhoun on Congress passing the big budget bill. #FinancialFairness #BigUglyBill #HR1 www.responsiblelending.org/media/congre...
Congress Passes Bill that will Financially Devastate Many Americans | Center for Responsible Lending
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July 3, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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New Mexico lawmakers are grappling with the urgent need to reform the Fair Plan, as thousands of homeowners face insurance barriers that threaten their financial security in fire-prone areas.

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#NM #NewMexicoHomeowners #CitizenPortal #CommunityAccess #FinancialFairness
Legislators debate FAIR plan amendments amid growing insurance accessibility concerns
Legislators discuss changes to FAIR plan amid homeowner insurance accessibility and cost issues.
citizenportal.ai
March 19, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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A Senate Committee member is championing a bipartisan bill aimed at streamlining tax filing and protecting working families from predatory tax preparers.

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#US #TaxpayerProtection #CitizenPortal #SenateFinance #BipartisanReform #FinancialFairness
Committee member urges crackdown on predatory tax-preparer schemes, says bill will speed refunds and expand EITC access
A Committee member on the Senate Committee on Finance described a bipartisan bill intended to streamline tax filing, speed refunds, improve taxpayer service and regulate paid preparers to protect low-income taxpayers and expand access to the Earned Income Tax Credit.
citizenportal.ai
August 1, 2026 at 3:20 AM
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North Miami is on the verge of a transformative community project, backed by strong support from the Planning Commission and two independent appraisals!

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#NorthMiamiCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #LocalServices #FinancialFairness #NorthMiamiCommunity #CommunityDevelopment
Commission Supports New Community Project Amid Independent Appraisals Discussion
Commissioners express strong support for a proposed community project and clarify appraisal amounts.
citizenportal.ai
August 1, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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Florida's House Bill 147 is set to transform debt collection practices, aiming to protect consumers from aggressive tactics and stigmatization while sparking intense debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups.

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#FL #DebtCollectionReform #ConsumerRights #FinancialFairness
Florida House restricts debt collection practices in new consumer protection bill
Lawmakers pass measures to limit aggressive debt collection tactics in Florida.
citizenportal.ai
March 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Sawyer County residents are pushing back against the proposed Lake District, fearing hefty tax burdens without any real benefits to their properties.

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#SawyerCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement #FinancialFairness #LocalGovernance #SawyerCountyPropertyOwners
Property owners demand removal from Callahan Lake District over tax concerns
Residents argue against special assessments in proposed Lake District due to financial impact.
citizenportal.ai
March 22, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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A new bill in the Northern Marianas aims to eliminate shocking backbills, ensuring families can manage unexpected charges with transparency and affordable payment plans.

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#US #CitizenPortal #TransparencyInGovernment #FinancialFairness #NorthernMarianasUtility
Proposed Bill Aims to Reform Backbilling Practices for Fairer Utility Charges
New legislation seeks fairness in backbilling with payment plans and transparency requirements.
citizenportal.ai
September 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Connecticut's joint account laws could be leaving innocent co-owners vulnerable, as bankruptcy lawyers argue for urgent reform to protect their funds from creditors.

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#CT #LegalReform #CitizenPortal #FinancialFairness
Bill to shield non‑debtor funds in joint accounts draws sharp debate
Testimony at the Banking Committee hearing urged changing Conn. Gen. Stat. §36a‑2‑90 after lawyers described joint‑account rules that expose non‑debtor funds to creditors; bankers warned the draft could force financial institutions to adjudicate ownership of deposits.
citizenportal.ai
March 7, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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Connecticut's Senate Bill 1093 could revolutionize commercial financing by allowing providers to bypass notice rights, sparking a heated debate on its potential impact on small businesses.

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#CT #EconomicGrowth #BusinessRegulation #FinancialFairness #CitizenPortal
Connecticut bill proposes waiver of recipients' rights in commercial financing contracts
Bill allows waiving notice rights for prejudgment remedies in commercial financing contracts.
citizenportal.ai
February 28, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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Why Communication Matters When Signing a Prenuptial Agreement

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#BrettANelson #PrenuptialAgreement #MarriagePlanning #DivorceProtection #FinancialFairness #CouplesAdvice
April 21, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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Keep Emotions Out of Divorce Finances

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#SarahGreen #DivorceAdvice #DividingAssets #FinancialFairness #FamilyLaw #DivorceSupport #LegalGuidance
April 9, 2026 at 1:30 PM
citizenptnewswa.bsky.social
House Bill 1499 is stirring up controversy as it aims to balance victim restitution with the financial realities of indigent offenders in Washington.

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#WA #VictimCompensation #JusticeReform #FinancialFairness #CitizenPortal
Washington Courts Revise Legal Financial Obligation Guidelines for Offenders
Courts can now designate monthly payment amounts for legal financial obligations after sentencing.
citizenportal.ai
February 22, 2025 at 11:28 AM
thoughtsbycoffee.bsky.social
The CFPB is empowering Americans by assisting them in avoiding unnecessary fees and securing refunds from businesses and banks that have overcharged them. #ConsumerProtection #FinancialFairness
October 15, 2025 at 6:14 PM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
The Lakeville Public School District Board is weighing potential fee exemptions for local youth organizations, a decision that could make or break their fundraising efforts this fall.

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#MN #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #MinnesotaSchools #FinancialFairness #YouthEngagement
School District discusses fee exemptions for local youth organizations and booster clubs
Officials evaluate potential fee exemptions for youth groups facing financial challenges this fall
citizenportal.ai
July 10, 2025 at 1:43 PM
citizenptnewsco.bsky.social
Colorado's craft breweries are rallying behind House Bill 1282 to tackle skyrocketing credit card swipe fees that threaten their survival and consumer prices.

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#CO #SmallBusinessSupport #FinancialFairness #LegislativeReform #CitizenPortal
Colorado brewers support House Bill 1282 to reduce credit card swipe fees
Brewers urge support for legislation minimizing high credit card processing fees affecting small businesses.
citizenportal.ai
March 16, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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Colorado restaurant owners are fighting back against skyrocketing credit card fees that threaten their livelihoods, urging support for House Bill 1282 to save their businesses and workers.

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#CO #SmallBusinessSupport #HospitalityIndustry #FinancialFairness #CitizenPortal
Denver restaurant owners advocate for House Bill 12 82 to reduce swipe fees
Local restaurateurs urge support for HB 12 82 to lower credit card processing fees
citizenportal.ai
March 16, 2025 at 8:23 PM
cecilywelchcpa.bsky.social
WOW. A significant but underreported tax law change: No step-up in basis at death if asset was in an Irrevocable Trust. It’s a tough ruling, legally sound but tough.

This isn’t just a concern for the wealthy, it impacts us all: www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

#TaxUpdate #FinancialFairness
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January 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM