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15 U.S.C. 1677: Effect on State lawsText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 15-COMMERCE AND TRADECHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION
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§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 .)