American Association of Consumer Credit Professionals

Develop research, educational, and advocacy materials for legislators, regulators, the members, and the public on industry subjects, including but not limited to: (1) the essential role of the Consumer Credit repair industry in the financial and social fabric of america, (2) the financial and social impact of Credit scores and access to Credit (3) the effect on the Consumer Credit industry and its customers of current and proposed policy positions, laws, regulations, and rules, (4) industry billing and fee practices that are fair to both the businesses that provide Consumer Credit repair services and the consumers of those services; and (5) the integrity of the Consumer Credit industry.

Advocate for the members' common business interests through oral and written lobbying and non-lobbying communications to, and meetings with, legislators, regulators, other policy makers, and their respective representatives regarding the business needs and interests of the Consumer Credit industry. Submit comments and other feedback to those parties on current and future policy positions, laws, regulations, and rules. Create, update and maintain standards of conduct for the industry. Engage with member and others in the industry to learn their needs and educate them on the organization's work. Submit comments and other feedback to those parties on current and future policy positions, laws, regulations, and rules, including development of bill text to correct a loophole in the federal fair Credit report act.

Develop public relations content and multi-media platforms, including internet and social media platforms, to create exposure and increase support for the organization's research and education activities, advocacy initiatives, and positions to address and improve business conditions in the Consumer Credit industry.