Bill > HR1631

This bill amends the federal criminal code to clarify legal protections and definitions related to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). Specifically, the Safe Access to Cash Act of 2025 establishes that ATMs and the cash they contain are considered to be under the care, custody, and control of banks, credit unions, and savings and loan associations, regardless of whether the ATM is physically located on the institution's premises or owned directly by that institution. The bill provides a comprehensive definition of ATMs as network-connected terminals that allow customers to access their accounts for withdrawals, deposits, or balance inquiries using a card or access device. This definition encompasses ATMs owned, operated, or sponsored by financial institutions and connects to electronic financial networks. By expanding the legal definition and protective scope, the bill aims to provide clearer legal framework for prosecuting crimes involving ATMs and enhance the legal protections surrounding these financial service machines.

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