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CCAGW Joins Coalition Opposing Credit Card Competition Act

Price controls on interchange fees or interest rates are diametrically opposed to free market principles. 

The CFPB’s Desperate, Final Gasp Under Biden

The CFPB has been attempting to overreach its authority in the final days of the Biden administration. 

January 16, 2025 — Eric Maus 1737039174

Sen. Warren Again Shows Her Ignorance of Private Equity

If Sen. Warren's effort is successful, it would undermine a vital and extremely successful industry.

October 22, 2024 — Eric Maus 1729614564

Colorado Stymies Consumers’ Access to Credit

New lending law will limit financial services Coloradans may purchase from out of state.

May 22, 2024 — Alec Mena 1716413055

Reflecting on Privacy Laws During Data Privacy Week

Data Privacy Week is an opportunity to review can be done to protect data and learn what privacy laws are being proposed.

January 25, 2024 — Deborah Collier 1706226113

IRS Errs in Moving its Own Tax Preparation System Forward

The Direct File program is another step in the IRS expanding its authority.

January 24, 2024 — Eric Maus 1706132956

The IRS Moves Ahead With Confusing and Burdensome 1099-K Form

Restoring the previous 1099-K threshold would save taxpayers from unnecessary paperwork and greater confusion.

December 21, 2023 — Eric Maus 1703200531

CCAGW Urges House of Representatives to Support Amendments to H.R. 4664

Congress should support fiscally responsible amendments to the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill.