Research and Surveys

CFSA Statement on Court Ruling CFPB Structure Unconstitutional

June 22, 2018 | Federal & CFPB Regulations

The Court’s ruling validates the claims in CFSA’s lawsuit, which also contends that the Bureau’s structure violates the U.S. Constitution’s separation of powers. ...

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CFSA Statement on Nomination of Kathy Kraninger as CFPB Director

June 18, 2018 | Federal & CFPB Regulations

CFSA congratulates Kathy Kraninger on her nomination to serve as CFPB Director. The CFPB needs a Director who will listen to consumers and rely on unbiased data and research to guide its work. Ms. Kraninger is a longtime public servant and we hope that under her leadership the Bureau fulfills its intended mission as a truly independent, non-partisan agency that serves American consumers....

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New Federal Reserve Report Finds Millions Of Americans Struggle To Cover Unexpected Expenses

May 23, 2018 | Press Releases

The Federal Reserve this week released a new report on the economic well-being of U.S. households in 2017. The report highlights that even with improved financial conditions over the past five years, 40 percent of Americans either could not cover or would struggle to cover an unexpected expense of $400. ...

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In The News: Mick Mulvaney Is Right To Reform CFPB

April 12, 2018 | CFSA Commentary

Acting Director Mick Mulvaney is right to move to reform the bureau and separate it entirely from partisan politics. Only then can it become the independent agency Congress envisioned....

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CFSA Files Lawsuit Against Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Over Small-Dollar Loan Rule

April 9, 2018 | Press Releases

Lawsuit Alleges CFPB Violated Federal Regulatory Requirements; Bureau Structure is Unconstitutional
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CFPB should make sure payday rule reboot meets consumer needs

March 8, 2018 | Commentary

The federal government and the entire financial services industry have a duty to help Americans understand their consumer rights so they can make well-informed decisions with their money — but it is unclear how often this is happening. ...

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In The News: CFPB Should Make Sure Payday Rule Reboot Meets Consumer Neets

March 8, 2018 | CFSA Commentary

National Consumer Protection Week gives us an important opportunity to reflect on whether we are truly listening to the wants and needs of American consumers.

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CFSA Statement on CFPB Reconsideration of Small-Dollar Loan Rule

January 19, 2018 | Press Releases

Dennis Shaul, CEO of the Community Financial Services Association of America (CFSA), released the following statement in light of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) decision to potentially reconsider its small-dollar loan rule....

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