Resident Action/Illinois continues our work to reform laws on pay day loans in Illinois, which lock People in the us into an insurmountable period of financial obligation. To learn more about the Monsignor John Egan Campaign for Payday Loan Reform, or you have experienced difficulty with payday, car installment or title loans, contact Lynda DeLaforgue at Citizen Action/Illinois, 312-427-2114 ext. 202.

The Monsignor John Egan Campaign for Cash Advance Reform

The Campaign for Payday Loan Reform started in 1999, soon after an undesirable girl stumbled on confession at Holy Name Cathedral and talked tearfully of her knowledge about payday advances. Monsignor John Egan assisted the girl in paying down both the loans plus the interest, but their outrage to the lenders that are unscrupulous just started. He straight away started calling buddies, businesses, and associates to try and challenge this modern usury. [Read more…]