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Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2890| House 
| Updated: 4/10/2025
David Scott

David Scott

Democratic Representative

Georgia

Cosponsors (2)
Zachary Nunn (Republican)Young Kim (Republican)

Financial Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation, titled the "Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2025," amends the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 to significantly expand the duties of the Office of Community Affairs within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Its core purpose is to identify the causes and develop solutions for the under-banked, un-banked, and underserved consumer populations, aiming to foster greater financial inclusion across the United States. The Office of Community Affairs will lead comprehensive research to pinpoint factors preventing individuals from maintaining sustainable relationships with depository institutions, consulting with diverse stakeholders including trade associations, consumer advocates, and civil rights groups. The office is also tasked with coordinating efforts among federal agencies to assess participation barriers and developing strategies for financial education tailored to these populations. Additionally, it must identify internal subject matter experts to work on these critical issues. A key provision requires the Office of Community Affairs to submit a detailed report to Congress every two years, outlining impediments to fair banking access, discussing regulatory or structural barriers, and providing recommendations to enhance participation for all consumers within the banking system.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4067
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1711
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8740
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2024
Apr 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4067
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1711
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8740
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2024


  • April 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Finance and Financial Sector

Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2890| House 
| Updated: 4/10/2025
This legislation, titled the "Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2025," amends the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 to significantly expand the duties of the Office of Community Affairs within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Its core purpose is to identify the causes and develop solutions for the under-banked, un-banked, and underserved consumer populations, aiming to foster greater financial inclusion across the United States. The Office of Community Affairs will lead comprehensive research to pinpoint factors preventing individuals from maintaining sustainable relationships with depository institutions, consulting with diverse stakeholders including trade associations, consumer advocates, and civil rights groups. The office is also tasked with coordinating efforts among federal agencies to assess participation barriers and developing strategies for financial education tailored to these populations. Additionally, it must identify internal subject matter experts to work on these critical issues. A key provision requires the Office of Community Affairs to submit a detailed report to Congress every two years, outlining impediments to fair banking access, discussing regulatory or structural barriers, and providing recommendations to enhance participation for all consumers within the banking system.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4067
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1711
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8740
Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2024
Apr 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4067
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1711
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8740
    Financial Inclusion in Banking Act of 2024


  • April 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
David Scott

David Scott

Democratic Representative

Georgia

Cosponsors (2)
Zachary Nunn (Republican)Young Kim (Republican)

Financial Services Committee

Finance and Financial Sector

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted