Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HD 789 — An Act to require financial institutions to pay late fees when it fails to conduct an electronic transfer

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill mandates financial institutions to pay late fees for failing to process electronic transfers.

The proposed legislation requires banks and other financial institutions to compensate customers with late fees if they do not complete electronic transfers on time. This aims to hold institutions accountable and ensure timely access to funds.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means you could receive compensation if your bank delays an electronic transfer.

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HD 789?
HD 789 is sponsored by Tackey Chan (Democrat).
What is the current status of HD 789?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HD 789?
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