Washington D.C. – In a move that has left community advocates reeling, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Federal Reserve Board, and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) have jointly proposed to rescind the 2023 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) final rule.
The proposed rule would replace the CRA regulations with those originally adopted in 1995, with certain technical amendments. Proponents claim this move would restore certainty in the CRA framework and limit regulatory burden on banks. However, critics argue that this reversal would undermine the CRA’s purpose of promoting community development and fair lending practices.
According to the agencies, the 2023 final rule is currently subject to legal action and has not taken effect. As a result, the 1995 regulations remain in place. The proposed rule would effectively revert to these older regulations, sparking concerns that banks will be given free rein to disregard community needs.
The FDIC, Federal Reserve, and OCC have invited public comment on the proposal, which must be submitted within 30 days of publication in the Federal Register. Community advocates and consumer groups are urging the public to speak out against the proposed rule, citing its potential to harm low-income and minority communities.
In a statement, Julianne Breitbeil, an FDIC spokesperson, said, “The proposed rule aims to restore certainty in the CRA framework and limit regulatory burden on banks while ensuring they continue to serve their communities.” Critics, however, argue that this move would be a step backward for community development and fair lending practices.
As the public comment period begins, community advocates are urging the agencies to reconsider the proposed rule and prioritize the needs of low-income and minority communities. The proposed rule’s fate remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the implications for community development and fair lending practices will be far-reaching.
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- Agency: FDIC
- Category: Financial Crimes
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