HR 5291
Merchant Banking Modernization Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:10 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Merchant Banking Modernization Act, would change regulations governing how financial holding companies invest in private companies. Currently, these companies are limited to holding merchant banking investments for a maximum of 10 years, though this can be extended with approval. This legislation would increase that limit to a minimum of 15 years, providing greater stability and potential for long-term investment in these private businesses. The changes aim to modernize the rules surrounding merchant banking activities within the financial sector.
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