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HI HB2447

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2014

Primary Sponsor

Mark Nakashima

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires check cashers to post notices in 38-point type detailing fees, annual percentage rates for deferred deposits, complaint procedures, and information about financial counseling and credit resources.

  • Mandates written notice in 16-point type to each customer including fees, APR, complaint procedures, availability of extended repayment plans after four consecutive transactions, 24-hour rescission rights, and financial education resources.

  • Caps cumulative fees on deferred deposit transactions at an annual percentage rate not to exceed 36 percent (existing limit of 15 percent of check face amount retained).

  • Establishes payment plan options: interest-free plans up to 90 days for non-default customers (with $30 administrative fee), mandatory interest-free plans for defaulting customers with minimum 60-day terms, and extended repayment plans after four consecutive transactions if requested within 24 hours.

  • Removes retailers from the exemption to check cashing laws, meaning retail businesses that cash checks are now subject to the full regulatory framework.

Legislative Description

Check Cashing; Notice; Fees; Payment Plans

Last Action

The committee(s) on CPC recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/12/2014

Committee Referrals

Consumer Protection & Commerce1/27/2014

Full Bill Text

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