Consumer Leasing (Regulation M)

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Operational Brief

The exemption threshold for consumer leases under Regulation M will increase from $71,900 to $73,400 effective January 1, 2026; this change is based on the annual percentage increase in the CPI-W as of June 1, 2025.

Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions

The article does not explicitly mention Texas or any Texas-specific entities. The rule applies to all credit unions nationwide based on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) criteria, which are not specific to Texas.

Who this most likely affects

Bounded site guidance: This item is most likely relevant for credit unions with retail consumer programs, deposit products, or frontline member-service exposure.

Why this fit: The source language points to consumer treatment, product, or disclosure practices.

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Original Source Material

Based on the annual percentage increase in the CPI-W as of June 1, 2025, the exemption threshold for consumer leases in Regulation M will increase from $71,900 to $73,400 effective January 1, 2026.