The draft CFPB Reform Act, which is backed by CFPB Acting Director Russell Vought and House Republicans, seeks to bring the agency under the appropriations process, among other reforms.

The bureau has called for feedback regarding the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure rule, issues involving reverse mortgages and fee disclosure tolerance thresholds.

Brandon Milhorn, president and CEO of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors, said technology can completely change how state examinations are conducted.

Democrats in Congress demanded that CFPB Acting Director Russell Vought justify the actions he’s taken to reshape the bureau during his tenure.

Federal agencies warned that lending to non-work-authorized individuals presents elevated credit risks because their ability to generate income and maintain employment may be subject to greater uncertainty.

Former CFPB enforcement leaders launch law firm; Democrats question CFPB complaint portal changes; New California agency led by former CFPB Director Rohit Chopra launches.

Brian Johnson said he would prioritize protecting consumers, promoting accountability by ensuring the bureau acts prudently and within its statutory limits, and modernizing CFPB operations.

The Structured Finance Association asked NAIC to work with existing supervisory authorities responsible for oversight of rating services to avoid creating duplicative oversight obligations.

At a hearing by the House Financial Services Committee, Vought defended his actions to rein in the CFPB and called for additional reforms by Congress.

In his first appearance before Congress as CFPB acting director, Russell Vought argued that changes to the CFPB were necessary as the bureau was “out-of-control.”