Payday Loan Bills Close to Being Passed in Oregon
It looks like the end of the line for payday loans in Oregon. Consumer activists are on the brink of winning a victory in this week's special session of the state Legislature.
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Various Oregon Citizens Support Payday Loan Use
Cliff Voss was short on cash and needed to make truck payments. But when he strolled down to the Advance America payday loan center in Ashland, the office was closed. He had to head to Medford.
Oregon Governor Wants to Crack Down on Check Cashing, Payday Advance Services
It looks like Governor Ted Kulongoski may be listening to those who want to see regulations on payday loans and other industries that prey on consumers. The governor said he'll propose a bill next year to limit charges by Oregon…
Always Avoid Rolling Over Payday Loans
What do you do if you've rolled over your payday loan and just find yourself fighting an uphill battle? Ruby and Ronald Stoker of Junction City, Oregon, got into trouble when they took out a payday loan for $700, according to the Oregon…
Editoral Urges Oregon Legislation to Take Payday Loan Action
A recent editorial in The Oregonian has a message for the state legislature: it is possible to focus on multiple issues at once. While Governor Ted Kulongoski is urging the Legislature to “limit its attention” in an April 20 special…
Quartet of Oregon Payday Loan Companies Sues to Block New Portland City Ordinance
According to The Oregonian, four payday loan companies have filed a lawsuit challenging the new Portland law passed to govern them. The suit asks the Multnomah County Circuit Court to declare the city ordinance invalid on grounds it…
Gresham, Oregon, May Follow Portland’s Lead in Effort to Limit Spread of Payday Cash Loans
The City Council of Gresham, Oregon will not regulate payday loan interest rates but is considering placing restrictions on terms and conditions, according to the Oregonian. With an estimated 14 payday lenders scattered across strip malls…