Asked by Madison Bradford on Jun 06, 2024

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Which law controls how financial institutions handle customer information,ultimately providing greater privacy protections to financial institution customers?

A) The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
B) The Gorham-Bell Act
C) The Customer Privacy Protection Act
D) The Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act
E) The Knight-Beecher Act

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

A U.S. federal law that requires financial institutions to explain how they share and protect their customers' private information, aiming to safeguard consumer financial privacy.

Privacy Protections

Regulations and practices designed to safeguard individuals' personal information from unauthorized access and misuse.

  • Explain the regulatory structure that oversees transactions involving consumer funds and the confidentiality of financial data.
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Dylan HernandezJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
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Explanation :
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (12 U.S.C.Sections 24a,248b,1820a,1828b)controls how financial institutions handle customer information,thereby ultimately providing greater privacy protections to financial institution customers.