RMA Update – July 2017
State Legislative Activity
RMA is currently tracking more than 160 bills at the state level that impact the receivables industry in both positive and negative ways. Here are a few noteworthy bills that have had recent activity:
California SB 16 – This bill would restrict garnishment orders for the collection of private student loans. [RMA and […]
RMA Update – June 2017
Federal Activity
In response to the CFPB Request for Comments regarding the CARD Act, RMA filed comments on June 8. The comments focused on three specific areas:
- How the RMA Certification program has set a higher standard in the debt collection industry and the resulting benefits for consumers and businesses.
- The importance of the sale […]
RMA Update – April 2017
Federal Activity
The Federal Regulatory and Legislative Committee has been busy responding to an RFP issued by the Senate Banking Committee. They are seeking proposals for inclusion in their financial services legislation. The committee has drafted proposals with supporting documentation in the areas of the sales and resale of debt, statute of limitations, […]
RMA Update – March 2017
Federal Activity
We have formed the new RMA Federal Regulatory and Legislative Committee and it will hold its first meeting this week. Items on the agenda include a review of pending legislation on student loans, CFPB reform, off-shore call centers, and class-action legislation. The Congress is still settling in under the new administration and focused work on legislation has […]
RMA Update – February 2017
Keeping you informed about the work that is taking place on your behalf and reminding you of important news and updates.
DBA International is now Receivables Management Association
Following membership approval of the revised Bylaws, President Mark Naiman introduced the new branding of our association at the Annual Conference on February 8, to much enthusiasm and support. […]
DBA Update – January 2017
Keeping you informed about the work that is taking place on your behalf and important news and updates.
Federal Activity
This past month has been quiet in Washington, D.C. as the transition team is focused on the thousands of appointments that need to be made, the administration defines its priorities, and the new Congress gets underway with […]
DBA Update – December 2016
Keeping you informed about the work that is taking place on your behalf and reminding you of important news and updates.
Federal Activity
We are all watching to see who President-Elect Trump will appoint to the various cabinet positions and anticipating the effect these appointments will have on the receivables management industry. In the meantime, the […]
DBA Update – November 2016
Keeping you informed about the work that is taking place on your behalf and reminding you of important news and updates.
DBA International is now Receivables Management Association
Following membership approval of the revised Bylaws, President Mark Naiman introduced the new branding of our association at the Annual Conference on February 8, to much enthusiasm and support. […]
DBA Update – October 2016
Keeping you informed about the work that is taking place on your behalf and reminding you of important news and updates.
Federal Activity
On September 19th, DBA leadership met with CFPB Director, Richard Cordray and senior staff to discuss the upcoming debt collection rules and to articulate areas of concern for our members. Click here to […]