6/1/06-A bill is likely dead that would allow consumers to place security “freezes” on their credit that would block a credit report agency from releasing any information without the person’s permission.
Sponsored by Rep. Ray Barnes, R-Phoenix, the bill remains in committee as the regular session is winding down.
Under HB2705, consumers could place a freeze for a fee of $10. It would cost $12 to lift the freeze.

3/7/06-A bill in the House would allow consumers to place security “freezes” on their credit that would block a credit report agency from releasing any information without the person’s permission.
Under HB2705, sponsored by Rep. Ray Barnes, R-Phoenix, consumers could place a freeze for a fee of $10. It would cost $12 to lift the freeze.
For House bill status, call (602) 926-4221 or (602) 926-3032.