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WASHINGTON — The House voted Wed nesday to accelerate the enactment date of tough new rules for credit-card companies after voters complained of increased interest rates and steep new fees. The bill, approved 331-92, would force lenders to comply with the new rules immediately unless they agree to freeze interest rates and fees. The proposal’s chances in the Senate were dim, where there are worries that a short deadline would limit the availability of credit. The Associated Press
