Generic Information Collection Plan for Studies of Consumers using Controlled Trials in Field and Economic Laboratory Settings

Under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (Bureau) is tasked with researching, analyzing, and reporting on topics relating to the Bureau’s mission, including developments in markets for consumer financial products and services, consumer awareness, and consumer behavior. Under this generic information collection plan, the Bureau collects data through controlled trials in field and economic laboratory settings. This research is used for developmental and informative purposes to increase the Bureau’s understanding of consumer credit markets and household financial decision-making. Basic research projects will be submitted under this clearance.

The latest form for Generic Information Collection Plan for Studies of Consumers using Controlled Trials in Field and Economic Laboratory Settings expires 2022-10-31 and can be found here.

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Federal Enterprise Architecture: Economic Development - Financial Sector Oversight