Buying a house can break the bank, and new buyers can struggle to scrape together a down payment. This NCSL Base Camp session covered the latest state approaches to help first-timers make their dreams of homeownership come true.

As the use of artificial intelligence grows, state lawmakers are weighing legislative approaches that allow for technological innovation while protecting consumers from potential misuse and unintended consequences.

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the constitutionality of the funding mechanism for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

State attorneys general and legislatures are trying to combat gift card scams with consumer alerts, arrests and warning signs on store displays.

Several state legislatures have pending measures to tackle Americans’ medical debt and the impact it has on their lives.

Legislatures in 2024 will continue their efforts to protect consumer privacy and expand access to high-speed internet, all while keeping an eye on rapid developments in artificial intelligence.