The full Fifth Circuit Court will review the constitutionality of the CFPB’s leadership structure, vacating a panel decision issued earlier in the month.

The Fourth Circuit Court dismissed a class action case concerning a co-marketing program under RESPA, noting the plaintiffs lack standing because they have not been overcharged.

The CFPB is seeking feedback from the mortgage industry about potential changes to existing laws and to fill the regulatory gap.

The CFPB provides guidance for consumers to protect finances; Democratic senators introduce legislation to prohibit negative credit reporting; federal regulators encourage responsible small-dollar lending.

The Supreme Court justices hearing oral arguments in the CFPB constitutionality case appeared divided, which means any sweeping change to the consumer watchdog is unlikely, according to industry attorneys.

A panel in the Fifth Circuit Court ruled the CFPB’s leadership structure is constitutional. Interestingly, the circuit court last year said the structure of the FHFA — which is similar to the CFPB — is unconstitutional.

Several states are allowing loan originators to temporarily originate mortgages from unlicensed locations.

Senate Democrats during a hearing last week questioned CFPB Director Kathy Kraninger on the bureau’s plans to help out borrowers impacted by the coronavirus.

The CFPB seeks legislation to establish a reward program for whistleblowers, who could be tipped up to $10 million for providing original information that leads to a successful enforcement action.

The CFPB will provide financial services institutions with advisory opinions to convey its interpretation of its existing rules upon request.