Notably, though, the CFPB’s proposed rule may be dead on arrival. The proposed rule has a 90-day comment period, which will bring the rule’s enactment into the next administration.

The CFPB defines data brokers as companies that collect, aggregate, sell, or share information about consumers, such as credit, criminal, and rental histories.

The CFPB plans to publish an outline of proposals and alternatives under consideration for a proposed rule in September. The proposed rule is expected to be released for public comment in 2024.

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