A new bill in Idaho aims to enhance transparency regarding the use of personal mortgage information. It addresses the issue of "mortgage trigger leads," where credit companies sell mortgage application data, leading to unwanted contact from other lenders. Sponsored by Representative Chris Bruce, the bill mandates that salespeople disclose their identity and the purchase of the mortgage lead when contacting consumers. Additionally, a rental bill limiting application fees charged by landlords has passed the Senate after amendments.
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