What Is Credit Card Fraud?
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Learn About the Credit CARD Act of 2009
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Last Updated: May 28, 2025
Key Takeaways
- The 2009 Credit CARD Act regulates credit card issuer practices that help increase transparency and protect consumers.
- The CARD Act limits fees and regulates credit card marketing and billing practices.
- The CARD Act says that some credit card language must be the same from one credit card company to another—so that consumers can better understand terms and conditions.
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