Political Quotes

Michael S. Barr: “I think it would be a mistake to put the CFPB under appropriations.”

On the recordApril 25, 2017
I think it would be a mistake to put the CFPB under appropriations.
Said by
Michael S. Barr

Editor's note · Context

Barr argues against putting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau under the appropriations process.

Share

More from Michael S. Barr

Oct 18, 2023

I believe that it should be the sense of Congress that the policy of the United States is to prevent from Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon by all means necessary.

congress.gov
May 24, 2023

We are playing right into China's strategy.

congress.gov
Nov 14, 2023

We definitely want innovation in our banking system. Innovation has been critical to having a thriving financial sector and a thriving economy.

congress.gov
Nov 14, 2023

I think congressional oversight is absolutely essential, but I would not pursue the particular legislation that you have described.

congress.gov