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Action required OCC Aug 27, 2026

OCC Bulletin 2026-39: Rescission of Interagency Statement on Special Purpose Credit Programs

On August 25, 2026, the OCC rescinded the Interagency Statement on Special Purpose Credit Programs to clarify that creditors must not discriminate on prohibited bases. This was done to correct confusion caused by previous guidance.

On August 25, 2026, the OCC rescinded the Interagency Statement on Special Purpose Credit Programs to clarify that creditors must not discriminate on prohibited bases. This was done to correct confusion caused by previous guidance.

What changed

Clarified that the 2022 statement should not be relied upon.

Compliance perspective

Creditors must review their practices to ensure compliance with nondiscrimination requirements.

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