Financial Privacy & Security In the News
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Community banks see flaws in proposed financial reform bill
- San Antonio Business Journal (new window)
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Melissa Cubria, advocate with the Texas Public Interest Research Group, a consumer advocacy group, says that her organization will work with legislators to take steps to fix deficiencies within the bill. But, she says, so far it has several positive aspects. |
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Security upgrade on way at pump
- Abilene Reporter News (new window)
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A looming requirement to upgrade encryption security at the gasoline pump could put many convenience store operators in a tough spot financially, said Chris Newton, president of the Texas Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Store Association. |
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House stands with consumers against big banks
- Kingsville Record and Bishop News (new window)
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The new financial reform legislation passed by the House of Representatives on Friday is an important step towards protecting consumers and taxpayers from reckless financial practices, according to Texas Public Interest Research Group, a statewide consumer advocacy organization. |
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Coalition: Insurance relief hasn't come
- The Dallas Morning News
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A coalition of consumer groups called on the Legislature on Tuesday to come to the aid of homeowners paying exorbitant insurance rates and those fighting a losing battle with their builders before a state agency that is supposed to mediate such disputes. |
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