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NCLC works across several issues facing consumers to stop exploitative practices, help financially stressed families build and retain wealth, and advance economic fairness. #ProtectConsumers

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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 17h
The FCC is reviewing a controversial request to allow political groups to blast automated calls directly to cell phones. Critics fear a tidal wave of deceptive campaign spam right before midterm voting. #EndRobocalls #AI #ProtectConsumers southfloridareporter.com/brace-yourse...
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Brace Yourself: The FCC Might Let Campaigns Flood Your Phone With AI Robocalls
Get ready for more election spam because regulators are considering a push to allow uninvited political voice calls.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 17h
Existing AI models could be repurposed relatively cheaply and easily to perform campaign tasks – albeit with great risk of obtaining biased results or spreading misinformation. #ProtectConsumers #EndRobocalls #AI @newsweek.com www.newsweek.com/rules-politi...
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Rules on political AI calls explained as FCC considers change
An FCC petition could let political groups call voters’ cellphones with AI-generated voices without prior consent, raising questions
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National Fair Housing Alliance @natfairhouse.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Join NFHA on Oct. 14 for a conversation on protecting the housing rights of immigrant families amid escalating immigration enforcement. Hear from housing and immigrant rights advocates on what this moment means for immigrant families. RSVP today: events.nationalfairhousing.org/immigrantfam...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Consumer advocacy groups warn the proposed change could trigger a surge of unwanted, partisan and potentially misleading automated calls in the critical final days of the election. #ProtectConsumers #EndRobocalls apnews.com/article/fcc-...
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FCC considers allowing more political robocalls before midterms, including those created with AI
The Federal Communications Commission is considering a request to loosen rules on political robocalls, including those with AI-generated voices.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
A federal judge granted preliminary relief to immigrants challenging an unprecedented civil penalty scheme, which sought to impose fines of $998 per day against immigrants pursuing lawful immigration relief. @publicjustice.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers #mapoli www.publicjustice.net/federal-cour...
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Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration’s Unlawful Civil Penalty Scheme Targeting Immigrant Families  - Public Justice
October 6, 2026  Contacts:  Public Justice, communications@publicjustice.net   The Legal Aid A federal court granted preliminary relief to immigrants challenging the Trump Administration's unprecedent...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
More than 800 members of the #ConsumerLaw community have already registered for the #CRLC2026 in #Atlanta, October 22-25. Join them! 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰. #CRLC2026 #ProtectConsumers @consumeradvocates.bsky.social www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
NCLC has been pointing out for years that letting your voice communications networks get taken over by corporations, debt collectors, and scammers 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥. Comment before the end of the day TODAY! @techdirt.com #EndRobocalls #ProtectConsumers www.techdirt.com/2026/10/05/b...
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Brendan Carr Is Making It Easier For Republicans To Harass You With Midterm AI Robocalls
Trump FCC Boss Brendan Carr loves to insist he's being tough on robocalls, which have increasingly rendered U.S. voice communications networks less and less usable. Except whenever you actually dig into his plans, it usually involves making it easier for big companies and Republicans -- who often use the same tactics as outright scammers --...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
NCLC has joined @enviroprotnet.bsky.social health, enviro and consumer orgs calling on the Trump Administration to develop a Data Center Health Protection Pledge and urging Congress to consider health & electricity costs of AI data centers. www.environmentalprotectionnetwork.org/20260930_dat...
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NATIONAL HEALTH, ENVIRONMENTAL & CONSUMER GROUPS CALL FOR AI DATA CENTER HEALTH PROTECTION PLEDGE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2026 CONTACT: Aaron Bharucha, Public Relations Associate (509) 429-1699 and epn-press@environmentalprotectionnetwork.org NATIONAL HEALTH, ENVIRONMENTAL & CONSUMER G...
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National Fair Housing Alliance @natfairhouse.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Immigrant families face growing uncertainty about housing rights as immigration enforcement impacts communities nationwide. Join NFHA, @nhlp.bsky.social, @nclc4consumers.bsky.social & @pifcoalition.bsky.social to discuss fair housing protections. RSVP: events.nationalfairhousing.org/immigrantfam...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The Department of Education has updated the deadline for the interest rate reduction, extending it to 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
September is an important month for many federal student loan borrowers this year. Two important deadlines are coming up now. #ProtectBorrowers #DefendStudents studentloanborrowerassistance.org/two-student-...
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Two Student Loan Deadlines to Know Before September Ends - Student Loan Borrowers Assistance
September is an important month for many federal student loan borrowers this year. Two important deadlines are coming up now: 1. Sign up for auto pay by September 30th to …
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The discounted hotel rate for the 2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium ends Tuesday, September 29. 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐨𝐰! #CRLC2026 #ProtectConsumers #ConsumerLaw www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Tell the FCC to maintain the integrity of the U.S. telephone system – and the election process – and reject Club for Growth’s attempt to unleash unwanted, AI-voiced political robocalls. #EndRobocalls #ProtectConsumers #AI www.nclc.org/stop-efforts...
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Stop Efforts to Greenlight AI Robocalls Ahead of the Midterms
FCC Must Reject Effort to Flood Voters with AI-Powered Robocalls Ahead of the Midterms
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The growing usage of #BNPL loans for rent, groceries, and other necessities underlines how many Americans, depleted in recent years by high inflation, are struggling with the cost of living. www.cbsnews.com/news/buy-now... @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy #ProtectConsumers @economicsecurityproject.org
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Because your credit score is seen as shorthand for how reliable you are, it can affect how much you pay for a wide variety of goods and services. And you don't have just one type of #CreditScore — you have dozens. #ProtectConsumers @moneymag.bsky.social money.com/expenses-tha...
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6 Everyday Expenses That Cost More if You Have Bad Credit
Because your credit score is seen as shorthand for reliability, it can affect how much you pay for a wide variety of goods and services.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The latest from NCLC's #DigitalLibrary summarizes 16 recent state & local statutes and credit bureau voluntary actions restricting #MedicalDebt in #CreditReports. #FCRA #ProtectConsumers #ConsumerLaw www.nclc.org/digital-libr...
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Digital Library: The Latest on Keeping Medical Debt Out of Credit Reports
This article brings readers up to date on the latest developments on litigation involving the CFPB rule, new state legislation, and how consumers should respond to the voluntary actions by the big thr...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
As regulators and lawmakers evaluate the future of the Universal Service Fund, the National Lifeline Association's survey data provides a clear picture of how #Lifeline empowers households by bridging the #DigitalDivide. #HomeworkGap nalalifeline.org/blog/2026-an...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A federal judge in #WV is allowing a class-action to move forward over Aramark’s prison food service industry monopoly. “Food is a uniquely powerful tool, and Aramark is using it to exploit a captive consumer market.” @mtstatejustice.bsky.social app.publicnewsservice.org/story/west-v...
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West Virginia case highlights push for prison food reform
A federal judge in the Southern District of West Virginia is allowing a class-action lawsuit to move forward regarding the company Aramark’s monopoly over the prison food service industry.Food in
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Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety @autosafety4all.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Good news for a lot of New York car buyers who were scammed by car dealers that charged "mandatory" junk fees. @consumerfed.bsky.social @nclc4consumers.bsky.social ag.ny.gov/press-releas...
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Attorney General James Secures More Than $1 Million in Refunds for New Yorkers Cheated by Westchester Car Dealerships
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than $1 million in refunds for New Yorkers who were unfairly overcharged by two
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#CivilRights laws protect against discrimination and disparate impact, but federal government attacks jeopardize them. Removing unjustified barriers to equitable opportunities is 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥, 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 & 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞. @natfairhouse.bsky.social nationalfairhousing.org/nfha-commend...
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NFHA Commends State Attorneys General for Affirming Key Antidiscrimination Protections - NFHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WASHINGTON—Fourteen state Attorneys General issued guidance today affirming that federal and state civil rights protections remain legal and enforceable and that they will conti...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Good news: State enforcement is filling the gaps left at the federal level! A major $710 million settlement resolves charges Credit Acceptance drove thousands of borrowers into predatory auto loans they could not afford. #ProtectConsumers #FairLending @reuters.com www.reuters.com/world/credit...
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Credit Acceptance reaches $710 million predatory auto lending settlement with most US states
Credit Acceptance Corp agreed to a $710 million settlement with 40 ‌U.S. states and Washington, D.C. to resolve charges it drove thousands of borrowers with low incomes and low credit scores into pred...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
In a major multi-state AG settlement, Credit Acceptance, one of the biggest subprime auto financers, agreed to a $710 million over claims it helped car dealers push consumers to buy ​add-on products that they did not ⁠need. @reuters.com #ProtectConsumers www.reuters.com/world/credit...
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Credit Acceptance reaches $710 million predatory auto lending settlement with most US states
Credit Acceptance Corp agreed to a $710 million settlement with 40 ‌U.S. states and Washington, D.C. to resolve charges it drove thousands of borrowers with low incomes and low credit scores into pred...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The 2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium will feature renowned political leader, lawyer, and entrepreneur Stacey Abrams. Register today for the #CRLC2026 in #Atlanta! #ConsumerLaw #ProtectConsumers www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
"Any foreclosure that should have been avoided is a catastrophe," said Steve Sharpe, senior attorney at NCLC during a Committee on Veterans Affairs hearing on the #Veteran #foreclosure crisis. #FairHousing #ProtectConsumers #military Watch the hearing: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnAZ...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The so-called “American Lending Fairness Act" would serve as a cover for high-cost predatory lending, and remove states’ authority to stop #RentaBank schemes! Congress must vote NO on #HR7866 #ProtectConsumers
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AFT @aft.org · 14/09/2026
Medical debt is one of the most common and least understood forms of debt facing Americans. @rweingarten.bsky.social: More than 8 in 10 AFT members said healthcare costs are a major driver of financial distress for their families.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
While the cost of everything is skyrocketing and people are turning to debt to afford groceries, rent, and everyday necessities, House Republicans want to give financial companies a handout. Vote NO on #HR10184! #ProtectConsumers @ourfinancialsecurity.org afrnews.substack.com/p/with-few-l...
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With few legislative days remaining, Republicans in Congress attack consumer protections, not affordability
By Tom Feltner, Associate Director of Consumer Policy
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Enforcement is an important tool the CFPB uses to keep people safe, and civil investigative demands are the first step. Creating new bureaucratic hurdles and unnecessarily heightening CID requirements will undermine the CFPB’s ability to #ProtectConsumers. Congress must vote No on #HR1653!
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Advocates applauded news that predatory lender Enova has dropped its proposed acquisition of Grasshopper Bank. “Triple-digit interest rate lenders should not be allowed to turn a national bank charter into a license to prey on people struggling to make ends meet.” www.nclc.org/predatory-le...
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Predatory Lender Enova Drops Bid to Become National Bank
Bank Charter Would Have Enabled 100% APR Loans in Every State
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Ending publication of requests for help from the CFPB will shield large corporations from scrutiny and leave the public without critical data it can use to hold corporations accountable. #ProtectConsumers @ourfinancialsecurity.org @consumer-action.bsky.social ourfinancialsecurity.org/resources/th...
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The CFPB eliminates its most important corporate accountability tool - Americans for Financial Reform
Public complaints are important for consumer protection and corporate accountability
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
#𝐇𝐑𝟕𝟖𝟔𝟔 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥. It would undermine state interest rate protections, make it easier for high-cost lenders to impose triple-digit rates, and add thousands of dollars to the annual cost of borrowing. Congress must vote NO. #StopTheDebtTrap @crlonline.bsky.social
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Prominent #ConsumerLaw attorney Jim Kowalski Jr. & eminent law professor Patricia McCoy have been named to the board of directors of NCLC. Jon Kravetz, formerly a partner at the Mintz law firm, was elected board president. #ConsumerLaw #ProtectConsumers www.nclc.org/distinguishe...
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Distinguished Consumer Law Attorneys Join NCLC Board of Directors
Prominent consumer law attorney Jim Kowalski Jr. and eminent law professor Patricia McCoy have been named to the board of directors.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰! The Early Bird Discount for the 2026 CRLC ends today! Don’t miss out on the chance to save on attending the largest #ConsumerLaw convening in the nation. Join us in #Atlanta Oct. 22-25 #CRLC2026 @consumeradvocates.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“Georgia has its own unique utility regulatory landscape, and specific legislative and regulatory tools that can be used to promote utility affordability,” said Berneta Haynes, senior attorney at NCLC. #KeepTheLightsOn #KeepTheHeatOn 2/2 www.nclc.org/resources/wh...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
A new issue brief, What #Georgia Can Do to Improve Energy Affordability, identifies measures lawmakers must take to improve affordability and give Georgians tools to maintain essential utility services. #ProtectConsumers #EnergyEfficiency 1/2 www.nclc.org/resources/wh...
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What Georgia Can Do to Improve Energy Affordability
As utility bills continue to rise, policymakers must address the ongoing energy affordability crisis in Georgia.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
"To exploit someone’s deeply held religious belief in order to impoverish them and leave them without a home while illegally enriching yourself is a special kind of low,” @ag.state.mn.us said. 3/3 #ProtectConsumers #FairLending www.relmanlaw.com/news-state-o...
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Relman Colfax Takes Action Alongside State of Minnesota to Halt Alleged “Reverse Redlining” by Business Targeting Somali Muslim Community
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“The people of Minnesota deserve to be free from schemes targeting them based on their national origin & religious beliefs," said Zoila Hinson at Relman Colfax. "We are hopeful that this litigation will put an end to these illegal and discriminatory practices.” 2/3 www.relmanlaw.com/news-state-o...
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Relman Colfax Takes Action Alongside State of Minnesota to Halt Alleged “Reverse Redlining” by Business Targeting Somali Muslim Community
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today, Relman Colfax PLLC & @ag.state.mn.us filed a lawsuit against C4D, LLC, Five Points Properties, LLC, and their owners alleging the businesses targeted Minnesota’s Somali Muslim community with highly abusive and deceptive contracts for deed. #FairHousing 1/3 www.relmanlaw.com/news-state-o...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The Early Bird🐦Discount for the 2026 CRLC in Atlanta ends tomorrow! Don’t miss out on the chance to save on the largest and most comprehensive #ConsumerLaw convening. #ProtectConsumers #CRLC2026 @consumeradvocates.bsky.social 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰! www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
“Instead of churning families through a cycle of disconnection and reconnection, utility companies should focus on helping customers stay current...States must require data centers and tech companies to bear the full costs of their power demands." 2/2 www.nclc.org/states-can-b...
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States Can Bring Down Unaffordable Utility Bills
States Must Create Energy Affordability Programs; Make Data Centers Cover Added Costs
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
With utility costs rising and more households than ever facing disconnection, a new issue brief identifies measures states must take to improve affordability & give people tools to maintain essential utility services #ProtectConsumers #EnergyEfficiency 1/2 www.nclc.org/states-can-b...
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States Can Bring Down Unaffordable Utility Bills
States Must Create Energy Affordability Programs; Make Data Centers Cover Added Costs
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The most helpful thing about buy now, pay later loans is what they reveal about the state of affordability — or unaffordability — in our country. People are struggling to pay rent and utilities on time and in one amount. #ProtectConsumers #BNPL www.the-sun.com/money/169632...
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Americans use buy-now-pay-later for essentials as companies start 'selling time'
MORE consumers nationwide are starting to use buy-now-pay-later to help them afford monthly and even daily living essentials. The findings come as several states start implementing laws to crack do…
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
In an op-ed for National Mortgage News last year, NCLC's @chichiwu.bsky.social warned that allowing the use of VantageScore gives more market power to the Big Three and increases costs and consequences for everyday people. 2/2 #creditscores #creditreports www.nationalmortgagenews.com/opinion/pult...
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Pulte's tweet hands credit bureaus an unfair edge
Allowing the same three companies to control both credit scoring and credit reporting removes one significant check on manipulation or distortion of consumer data, writes the Director of Consumer Repo...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Advocates caution that allowing the use of VantageScore will not result in a great expansion of access to mortgages, because many of the consumers who lack a FICO score but can get a VantageScore will get scores under 620. 1/2 #ProtectConsumers www.reuters.com/business/us-...
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US directs Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to approve VantageScore for all lenders
U.S. Director of Federal Housing Bill Pulte said on Thursday he has directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, ​created by the United States Congress to support the housing market, to ‌approve all lenders t...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
“Because of this settlement, thousands of families in the Commonwealth will be provided with debt relief and these predatory companies will never be allowed to operate in Massachusetts again." @massago.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers #mapoli #FairDebt #FDCPA @wgbh.org www.wgbh.org/news/local/2...
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Proposed settlement between Mass. debt collector and state could help thousands of debtors
In a move that could provide millions of dollars in relief to debtors in the state, Andrew Metcalf has agreed to surrender his debt collection license and forgive debts allegedly owed by thousands of ...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The Early Bird discount for the 2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference ends next week! Make sure you get the best rate to attend the nation's largest, most comprehensive #ConsumerLaw convening. @consumeradvocates.bsky.social #CRLC2026 October 22 - 25 | Atlanta, GA www.nclc.org/event/2026-c...
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2026 Consumer Rights Litigation Conference & Class Action Symposium
The Consumer Rights Litigation Conference is a comprehensive convening of the consumer law community with 60+ courses covering every major area of consumer law.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
#BNPL products seem like they're low cost, but they're not, said @arielnelson.bsky.social. "They can include a monthly membership or subscription fee, come with late & processing fees, & users might face #overdraft or insufficient funds fees." @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy www.cbsnews.com/news/buy-now...
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People are turning to BNPL loans to pay for rent, food and other necessities
More consumers are taking out "buy now, pay later" loans to make ends meet, a sign of the U.S. affordability crisis, according to consumer advocates.
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The family’s lawyer says the banks may be refusing the refund because credit card fraud costs them billions. Elder fraud will increase in a world of AI, opening up banks to more fraud cases. @crainsnewyork.bsky.social @consumerfed.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers www.crainsnewyork.com/banking-fina...
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
“The information we gained from practitioners shows how useful heirship affidavits can be when attorneys are aware of how they can be used,” said Jill T. Apter, policy associate at the Initiative on Land, Housing & Property Rights at Boston College Law School. 2/2 www.nclc.org/simple-legal...
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Simple Legal Tool Helps Families Keep Inherited Property
New Report Shows How ‘Heirship Affidavits’ Can Protect Family Property and Generational Wealth
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National Consumer Law Center @nclc4consumers.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Many Black families in the South, and low-income families across the country, face significant barriers to retain ownership of “heirs property." A little known tool called an “heirship affidavit” can help. #FairHousing #ProtectConsumers 1/2 www.nclc.org/simple-legal...
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Simple Legal Tool Helps Families Keep Inherited Property
New Report Shows How ‘Heirship Affidavits’ Can Protect Family Property and Generational Wealth
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