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MA H1051

Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to licensing and supervision of debt management services by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill regulates the licensing and supervision of debt management services in the Commonwealth. It establishes a licensing requirement for providers of debt management services, sets standards for the operation of these services, and grants the Commissioner of Banks authority to oversee and enforce compliance. The bill defines key terms, outlines application and renewal requirements, and specifies permissible and prohibited practices for licensees. It also establishes provisions for consumer protections, such as required disclosures, trust account requirements, and limitations on fees. The bill takes effect 180 days after passage, except for the Commissioner's authority to promulgate regulations, which takes effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4976 (on 09/01/2022)

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