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Under 21? Getting a Credit Card Will Soon be More Difficult

August 12th, 2009 · No Comments · Credit Cards

As with many things in life and politics, the new credit card legislation signed in May by President Barack Obama provides the hope for positive change along with the potential for some negative change. The Credit Card Accountibility, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 raises the age of accountability for credit card usage from 18 to 21 [...]

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Credit Card Accountability Bill Narrowly Passes Senate Banking Committee

April 14th, 2009 · No Comments · Credit Cards

Last month, the Senate Banking Committee narrowly approved legislation that would curb some fee and interest hikes by credit card companies, while simplifying gift card use. The Bill, referred to by multiple names including the Credit Card Accountability Bill, Responsibility and Disclosure Act, or CARD Act,  reached this latest hurdle one day prior to April [...]

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