HB4479 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

CONSUMER FRAUD-SOLICIT LOANS
Last Action

1/20/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors

Rep. Anne Stava
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance

Synopsis As Introduced

Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that a person shall not knowingly mail or send or cause to be mailed or sent a letter or postcard to a recipient in the State for the purpose of soliciting or inducing the recipient to borrow money, if the letter or postcard: (1) contains language that states or implies that any response by a consumer is required; or (2) resembles a check or tax document published and mailed by the Internal Revenue Service or the Department of Revenue. Provides that any letter or postcard mailed or sent to a recipient in the State for the purpose of soliciting or inducing the recipient to borrow money shall be sent in a white envelope or postcard and include specified disclosures. Provides that a violation of the provisions constitutes an unlawful practice within the meaning of the Act.
Actions

DateChamberAction
1/16/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Anne Stava
1/20/2026HouseFirst Reading
1/20/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee