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NJ A1739

NJ A1739
Makes certain for-profit debt adjusters eligible for licensing to conduct business in State.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Makes certain for-profit debt adjusters eligible for licensing to conduct business in State.

AI Summary

This bill makes certain for-profit debt adjusters, which are entities that help individuals manage their debts without holding or disbursing consumer funds, eligible for licensing to conduct business in the state, provided they comply with applicable federal regulations. The bill exempts for-profit debt adjusters from certain requirements that apply to nonprofit debt adjustment agencies, such as the need to be bonded and provide annual financial audits. The bill also authorizes the state Commissioner of Banking to establish maximum fees that for-profit debt adjusters can charge consumers for debt adjustment and credit counseling services.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Substituted by S2989 (1R) (on 01/08/2024)

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