Bill > HR3159

This bill aims to improve financial protections for military service members by making several key modifications to existing laws. Specifically, it requires financial literacy training programs for Armed Forces members to include information about the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), which provides legal and financial protections for active duty personnel. The bill mandates that these training programs now cover consumer financial protections, particularly interest rate limits for military members. Additionally, the legislation enhances notification requirements for service members, ensuring they are informed about their SCRA benefits when first entering military service or when being called to active duty. The bill also strengthens financial institutions' obligations by requiring them to apply the maximum interest rate (typically 6%) to all servicemember debts incurred before military service, even if not specifically mentioned in initial notices. Furthermore, the bill mandates that creditors provide multiple convenient methods (online, mail, fax) for service members to submit documents needed to receive these interest rate protections. These changes are designed to make financial protections more accessible and comprehensive for military personnel during their periods of service.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3159/all-info