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TX SB606

TX SB606
Relating to requiring consumer reporting agencies to notify a consumer when inaccurate information in the consumer's file is corrected.


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Introduced
12/13/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to requiring consumer reporting agencies to notify a consumer when inaccurate information in the consumer's file is corrected.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Business & Commerce Code to enhance consumer protection in credit reporting. Specifically, it requires consumer reporting agencies (previously referred to as credit reporting agencies) to have reasonable procedures to correct inaccurate information in a consumer's file promptly. If a consumer provides an email address, the agency must send an email within 30 business days of correcting inaccurate information, including a secure link to obtain a free, corrected copy of the consumer's credit report. The law will only apply to corrections submitted on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. This change aims to improve transparency and provide consumers with easier access to accurate credit information by mandating notification and free report access when errors are fixed.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Business & Commerce (on 02/03/2025)

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