15 USC 1677 - Effect on State laws

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

§ 1677.

Effect on State laws

This subchapter does not annul, alter, or affect, or exempt any person from complying with, the laws of any State

(1)

prohibiting garnishments or providing for more limited garnishment than are allowed under this subchapter, or

(2)

prohibiting the discharge of any employee by reason of the fact that his earnings have been subjected to garnishment for more than one indebtedness.

(Pub. L. 90–321, title III, § 307, May 29, 1968, 82 Stat. 164.)

cite as: 15 USC 1677