The Consumer Federation of California today with a coalition of consumer protection organizations, sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urging them to oppose the Senate version of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (“CLARITY Act”).
Protections Against Monopoly Harms Advances, but Predatory Payday Lenders and Medical Credit Cards Run Amok Thanks to Special Interest Power at Assembly Banking & Finance Committee, Chaired by Avelino Valencia (D – Anaheim) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 29, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California (CFC) today released a mid-year update …
Both Candidates Showed a Strong Grasp of Consumer Issues and Solid Proposals; Candidates Becerra and Hilton Declined to Speak with CFC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, May 21, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California (CFC) today announced endorsements of Katie Porter and Tom Steyer for California Governor in the upcoming primary election ending on June 2nd. CFC believes both candidates would be fierce advocates …
Allen Brings Strong Consumer Protection Credentials for a Department in Desperate Need of a Pro-Consumer Leader FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 15, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA – The Consumer Federation of California today announced that after interviewing the top 6 candidates for California Insurance Commissioner it has chosen to endorse State …
Today is Big Day of Giving. With so many worthy causes to give, why should you give to the Consumer Federation of California (CFC)? Reason 1. Corporations have lobbyists; YOU have CFC. CFC fights for you. From junk fees and predatory lending to medical debt, homeownership protections, and more, we fight against corporate interests (and win) on real issues hurting everyday consumers. Reason 2. …