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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing: The Future of the Banking System
Record date · January 1, 2021
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript record of a September 2021 House subcommittee hearing regarding how technology, industry , and non-bank competitors are changing the U.S. banking landscape. The hearing featured testimony from industry experts, bank executives, and consumer advocates.
The hearing serves as a formal record of legislative inquiry into how evolving financial technologies and market shifts impact consumer access to banking services and the stability of the financial system.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Banking Industry
The industry is subject to ongoing legislative review regarding how technology and consolidation affect their operations and regulatory environment.
Consumers
Consumers are affected by changes in how banking services are delivered, the cost of financial products, and the availability of credit.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on September 29, 2021, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The session focused on three primary drivers of change in banking: consolidation, nonbank competition, and technology.
- Five expert witnesses provided testimony, including representatives from academia, banking institutions, and consumer advocacy groups.
- The record includes written statements from various industry associations, including the American Financial Services Association and the Bank Policy Institute.
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- The hearing was held under the 117th Congress, Serial No. 117-49.
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Focus on Nonbank Competition
The hearing highlights a shift in legislative focus from traditional bank oversight to the impact of fintech and non-bank entities on the financial ecosystem.
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