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Debt Collection & Settlement News
Apr 12
New Report: Sketchy Lawsuits Give Debt Buyers Easy Wins in Oregon With No Documentation Required
Apr 04
GA Attorney General protects consumers with $8.5 million settlement with debt collector
Jun 21
CRL Backs Military Consumer Enforcement Act
Jan 12
CFPB Study Underscores That Consumers Contacted By Debt Collectors Feel Threatened

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State of Lending in America
The report outlines predatory lending practices in various fields of consumer lending, and explains why protecting fair, affordable access to credit is vital for both consumers and the U.S. economy.

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Debt Collection & Settlement: The Impact

In 2010, the Federal Trade Commission banned debt settlement providers from collecting compensation until the provider actually settles a consumer’s debt.

Research & Policy

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April 12, 2018
Undue Burden: The Impact of Abusive Debt Collection Practices in Oregon
Testimony
January 9, 2018
Testimony on Legislative Proposals Before The House Financial Services Committee's Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Subcommittee
Research
June 27, 2017
The Case Against Illegal Debt Collection
Research
February 16, 2017
Colorado Voters Overwhelmingly Favor Requiring Debt Buyers to Provide Proper Documentation
Research
December 15, 2016
Debt Buyers Hound Coloradans in Court for Debts They May Not Owe

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Lisa Stifler
State Policy, Deputy Director
Diane Standaert
EVP; Director of State Policy
Ellen Harnick
Western Office Director