“When consumers can easily see the up-front costs of these high-APR credit cards instead of hidden back-end junk fees, they will think twice before taking out these cards,' said Lauren Saunders. #ProtectConsumers #DefendCFPB #JunkFees nclc.org/synchronys-pla…

Lowering credit card late fees will save consumers more than $10 billion dollars, but the House Financial Services Committee could vote to reject this rule today. This decision will negatively impact low-income and Latino consumers. consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsr…

142 groups support consumerfinance.gov's proposed overdraft rule to prevent big banks from charging #junkFees that push people out of the banking system.
“Banks should not be allowed to harm families by hiding their costs in back-end junk fees.' #ProtectConsumers
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Today, we're celebrating the remarkable achievements of women in Oregon and beyond. We honor the women who have shaped history and inspired change at all levels of our society.

#OCJ #OregonConsumerJustice #IWD2024 #OregonWomen

Matt Swanson, political strategist for the SEIU Oregon State Council, applauded the bill’s passage.

'We have been calling on policymakers on behalf of hospital workers, and patients more broadly, to ease the burden of medical debt and offer true access to available assistance,”…

🌲🎉 Happy Oregon Statehood Day! 🎂🌟

On this day in 1859, the state of Oregon officially joined the Union. It's important to acknowledge that its founding was intertwined with racism and exclusionary policies.

As we celebrate 163 years of statehood, let's commit to confro...

Today, the CFPB finalized a rule to cut excessive credit card late fees. The rule reduces the typical fee from $32 to $8, which could save American families an estimated $10 billion each year. consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsr…

BREAKING: #orleg just passed #RighttoRepair for consumer electronics! This will give Oregonians a chance to keep devices working for longer to reduce waste and cut pollution. It now heads to Governor Tina Kotek for her signature. Senator Janeen Sollman Courtney Neron

🛡️ Save the Date for National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW)! 📆✨

Mark your calendars! NCPW is approaching, and we invite you to join the initiative from March 3 – 9, 2024. Let's come together to raise awareness and educate our communities on vital consumer protection issue...

🌍✊🏽 Embracing World Day of Social Justice!

Today, we stand united in the pursuit of equality, diversity, and justice for all. Let's amplify voices, challenge biases, and foster inclusive communities.

Together, we can realize an Oregon where everyone can live a life of ab...

💖🚫 Protect Your Heart: Spotting Romance Scams on Valentine's Day 🌹💔

As love fills the air this Valentine's Day, beware of romance scams! Here's how to spot them:

📱 Be Cautious Online: Scammers often target dating apps and social media to build fake relationships.
❓ Too...

🏮✨ Happy Lunar New Year! 🎊🐉

Wishing joy, prosperity, and good fortune to all celebrating the Year of the Dragon. Let's come together to embrace new beginnings, share traditions, and cultivate positivity for the year ahead.

May the Lunar New Year bring happiness and ful...

❄️🛡️In a world where identity theft is on the rise, a credit freeze is a powerful defense.

Contact each of the three credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion at: cio.ist/hkx

#OregonConsumerJustice #OCJ #CreditFreeze #ProtectYourIdentity

The Oregon Department of Administrative Services recently released the maximum allowable rent increase for the upcoming year, 2024. The maximum allowable percentage is set at 10%

#OregonConsumerJustice #OCJ #OregonRent #HousingRegulations #TenantRights

In a resolute stand against predatory practices, the consumerfinance.gov has secured $175 Million in relief for service members, veterans, and their families. 🎗️💪

#OregonConsumerJustice #OCJ #CFPB #Servicemembers #FinancialJustice

🌟 OCJ's inaugural policy cohort, composed of most community organizations that received 2022 grant funding, took flight this past year.🌟

We have collaborated hand-in-hand with cohort members, navigating the policy and advocacy space in Oregon.

#OCJ #PolicyCohort

Oregon has secured $157 million in funding to turbocharge high-speed internet access across the state

📡 In addition to the $157 million, Oregon is poised to tap into an additional $698 million from a federal program.

#OregonConsumerJustice #OCJ #InternetExpansion

🛡️💰 Oregon is set to receive $655,000 in a settlement with software company Blackbaud

Ellen Rosenblum stated that Blackbaud underestimated the breach's severity, causing delays in notifying affected consumers.

#Oregon ConsumerJustice #OCJ #DataProtection #Settlement #Breach #Oregon

🚨🔐 Defend yourself against identity theft with an extended fraud alert. Check out the key details:

Reach out to any of the three credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion at: cio.ist/hkx

#OregonConsumerJustice #OCJ #ExtendedFraudAlert #ProtectYourIdentity