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The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) stands as a pivotal piece of legislation in the realm of consumer rights, particularly concerning credit information. Enacted in 1970, the FCRA was designed to ...

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Consumer watchdog groups warned that withdrawing the rule leaves Americans more vulnerable to fraud and identity theft.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act governs how credit bureaus can collect and share consumer information. Under the FCRA, consumers can dispute inaccurate or outdated information on their credit reports.