S-1471 : Still Just a Bill

Servicemember Debt Collection Reform Act

This bill directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to review and update DOD Directive 1344.09 and any associated regulations to ensure that such regulations governing debt collector interactions with unit commanders of members of the Armed Forces comply with federal consumer protection laws with respect to debt collection.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2017-06-28IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2017-06-28IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Elizabeth Warren [D] (MA)
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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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