Resolution to Block FDIC Climate Risk Rules for Large Banks

The Frame

What this does

The resolution directly impacts the regulatory requirements for large U.S. banks by attempting to nullify federal guidance on how they must account for climate-related financial threats in their operations.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Large financial institutions

These institutions are the subject of the FDIC's climate risk management principles, which would be nullified if this resolution passes.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

The agency's regulatory rule would be invalidated and stripped of legal force.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 30, 2024.

What's next

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Background

The Congressional Review Act allows Congress to overturn federal agency rules within a specific timeframe after they are finalized. context

Summary

This resolution seeks to overturn a recent Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) rule that established guidelines for how large financial institutions should manage climate-related financial risks. If passed, the resolution would invalidate the FDIC's 'Principles for Climate-Related Financial Risk Management for Large Financial Institutions' and prevent it from having any legal force.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

The resolution directly impacts the regulatory requirements for large U.S. banks by attempting to nullify federal guidance on how they must account for climate-related financial threats in their operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?

It uses the Congressional Review Act to attempt to cancel a specific rule issued by the FDIC regarding how large banks manage climate-related financial risks.

Does this change bank regulations immediately?

No. The resolution must be passed by both the House and the Senate and signed by the President to become law and invalidate the rule.

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Use of Congressional Review Act

The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to bypass standard rulemaking procedures, signaling a direct legislative attempt to curb agency-led climate policy.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Mrs. Houchin

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