HR-3196 : Still Just a Bill

Protecting Servicemembers from Debt Collectors Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to review and update DOD Directive 1344.09 (Indebtedness of Military Personnel) and any associated regulations to ensure that such regulations comply with federal consumer protection law with respect to the collection of debt.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2017-07-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.House committee actions
2017-07-12IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.House floor actions
2017-07-12IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Sean Patrick Maloney [D] (NY-18)
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Consumer credit
  • Military personnel and dependents
  • Debt collection
  • Department of Defense

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