US House Passes Historic Wall St Reform Act

The US House of Representatives voted today to pass H.R. 4173, the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 with no Republican support.

Sponsored by Barney Frank (D-MA), this bill would protect consumers and investors, provide for financial regulatory reform, and regulate the over-the-counter derivatives markets.

Source:
http://newsjunkiepost.com/2009/12/11/us-house-passes-historic-wall-st-reform-act/