This was reported by Yaroslav Zheleznyak, the deputy chairman of the parliamentary committee on financial issues, in his Telegram.
Only 211 lawmakers voted for the bill, while 226 votes are needed for its approval.
However, he added that for the first time in history, deputies sent the bill for public discussion with 226 votes.
Zheleznyak mentioned that since this discussion will be happening for the first time, "no one knows what it will be like."
Bill No. 12260 aims to address the shortcomings of the current legislation and enhance the protection of borrowers' rights. The explanatory note states that its adoption is part of Ukraine's commitments to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).