U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has introduced new legislation aimed at addressing the growing issue of debanking practices in the country. The Financial Integrity and Regulation Management Act, or FIRM Act, seeks to eliminate the use of reputational risk as a metric for regulating financial institutions.
This move is part of Tim Scott’s ongoing efforts to curb the use of federal banking agencies to push political agendas and restrict access to banking services.
Tim Scott Introduces Bill To End Debanking Practices
The FIRM Act aims to address concerns over the role of reputational risk in the regulation of financial institutions. Reputational risk has been used by federal banking agencies to assess the safety and soundness of financial institutions. The new legislation will eliminate all references to reputational risk as a factor in determining the supervisory ratings of these institutions.
Senator Tim Scott’s bill would also prevent federal banking agencies from creating new rules or guidance based on reputational risk. Additionally, it mandates that these agencies report to Congress on their progress in eliminating reputational risk as a measure for supervision.
As part of this reform effort, Tim Scott expressed concerns about how reputational risk has been used to target certain businesses and individuals, particularly those involved in politically sensitive industries. The legislation is positioned as a way to stop federal regulators from abusing their authority for political purposes.
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