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MA H956

MA H956
Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

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

AI Summary

This bill requires providers of debt management services in the Commonwealth to obtain a license from the Commissioner of Banks. It establishes regulations for the licensing, supervision, and operations of these providers, including requirements for trust accounts, fee disclosures, and consumer protections. The bill also grants the Commissioner of Banks authority to investigate, suspend, or revoke licenses for violations of the law. Finally, the bill imposes penalties for unlicensed operation and provides consumers with a private right of action for violations.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4705 (on 06/03/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H956
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H956.pdf
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