# Markup of Various Measures

The GOP Financial Services Committee held a markup session on September 16, 2026, considering multiple bills related to housing, consumer financial protection, and financial fraud prevention. Key procurement-related discussions included the passage of HR 7030, which temporarily removes restrictions on FHA financing for inpatient psychiatric hospitals to facilitate capital access for building and renovation projects. The committee also advanced HR 4936, the TRAPS Act, establishing a task force to combat financial fraud and scams, emphasizing public-private collaboration. HR 10234, the Clear Forms Act, aimed at improving disclosure for certain insurance products, was debated with amendments but ultimately reported favorably. HR 7866, the American Lending Fairness Act, clarifies interstate lending rules to preserve parity between state and national banks and was favorably reported. Significant debate occurred over HR 1653, the Civil Investigative Demand Reform Act, which seeks to impose limits and due process on CFPB investigations; it was reported favorably despite opposition. HR 10184, the Consumer Financial Protection Accountability and Reform Act, proposing reforms to the CFPB to increase transparency and accountability, was also favorably reported after extensive debate and amendments. Additionally, HR 8957, establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve within the Treasury, was discussed and reported favorably. HR 5889, the Eviction Helpline Act, creating a national eviction hotline to assist tenants, was passed with bipartisan support. HR 10325, aiming to increase mandatory contributions from Federal Home Loan Banks to affordable housing programs, was opposed and not reported. Multiple recorded votes were taken on amendments and final bill approvals, with several bipartisan endorsements and opposition from consumer advocacy groups noted throughout the session. The committee authorized staff to make technical changes to the bills considered.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Professional Services, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Markup of Various Measures](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2bmqWjeyMs) - GOPFinancialServices