Commercial financing.

CA AB2116 aims to enhance the California Consumer Financial Protection Law by making updates to existing laws related to commercial financing. It includes amendments to various sections of the Education Code and Financial Code, which govern financial institutions and their practices. The bill seeks to improve transparency and consumer protection in financial transactions.

CA AB2116 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Pilar Schiavo (D), currently “Passed” since September 30, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 39 of them sponsored by Pilar Schiavo.

The key recorded vote (A, August 20, 2026) ended 76–0 and passed.

Supporters of CA AB2116 argue that the bill strengthens consumer protections in the financial sector, ensuring that businesses operate transparently and responsibly. They believe it will help prevent predatory lending practices and promote fair access to financing for consumers and small businesses.

Critics of CA AB2116 may argue that the bill could impose additional regulatory burdens on financial institutions, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers. They might claim that the changes could stifle innovation and limit access to necessary financing options for small businesses.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.