H508

Lower Cap on Credit Card Interest

Introduced·3/25/25

Lowers cap on credit card interest rates in North Carolina.

The bill revises North Carolina's General Statutes to lower the cap on credit card interest rates. It sets the maximum monthly periodic rate at one and one-quarter percent (1.25%) for open-end credit plans. The bill also includes provisions for annual charges, service fees, and late payment charges, with specific limits on these fees. It mandates that lenders provide at least 30 days' notice before imposing new charges on existing accounts. The changes apply to interest, finance charges, and fees charged on or after October 1, 2025.

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History

Apr 17, 2025

House

Serial Referral To Finance Stricken

Apr 17, 2025

House

Serial Referral To Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Stricken

Apr 17, 2025

House

Serial Referral To Judiciary 1 Added