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- H.R.991
H.R.991: Consumer Fairness Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about commerce
- Introduced Feb. 11, 2009
- Latest Major Action Feb. 11, 2009
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Consumer Fairness Act of 2009 - Amends the Consumer Credit Protection Act to treat as an unfair and deceptive trade act or practice under federal or state law any written provision in a consumer transaction or contract which requires binding arbitration to resolve a controversy arising out of or related to the transaction or contract, or the failure to perform any part. Declares such a provision unenforceable. Permits a written agreement to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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| Feb. 11, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-Ill.) |