Bill seeks stronger SEC powers to close digital lenders, detain abusive collectors

GMA Network - Sep 23, 2026

A bill seeking to provide the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stronger powers to shut down rogue online lending applications and jail abusive debt collectors has been filed.

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