January 26, 2010 |
FCC inquiry into early termination fees praised
Wireless carriers have been using early termination fees to limit consumer choice and punish subscribers
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CU offers debt-strapped consumers advice
As the holiday bills come due, many families are struggling with their finances and looking for help |
January 21, 2010 |
CU applauds proposal on new limits for big banks
The White House proposal aims to prevent banks from becoming so big that they put the economy at risk
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January 19, 2010 |
CU urges open internet, transparency
The networks that deliver the Internet should treat all web sites and applications equally |
January 15, 2010 |
CU disappointed with FDA's action on BPA
There is enough scientific evidence to date to warrant a ban on BPA in food contact products now
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CU urges Congress to support CFPA
In light of recent reports of executive compensation for banks, CU renewed its call for support |
January 14, 2010 |
Salmonella victims press lawmakers to keep promise of reform
Congress has yet to pass food-safety legislation |
January 12, 2010 |
Fed issues final credit card regulations
Consumers get sweeping new credit card protections starting February 22
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Rebate cards come with fees & other gotchas
Consumers Union offers tips to consumers on getting the most from rebate cards |
January 07, 2010 |
Internet pricing changes could have serious economic effects
New pricing policies may have profound consequences for the shape of tomorrow’s Web. |
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Comcast/NBC Merger: CU urges investigation
The merger will result in less competition, higher consumer costs and fewer content choices.
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