Yearly Archives: 2022
Governor Little Signs Idaho Credit Union Act Update Into Law
This legislation, the 2022 update to the Idaho Credit Union Act, brings significant updates, modernization, and flexibility into the Idaho Credit Union Act
Washington Reps. Kirby, Hoff Will Not Run for Re-Election
When the Washington State Legislature re-convenes in January 2023 it will be without two credit union champions as both Rep. Steve Kirby, D-Tacoma, and Rep. Larry Hoff, R-Vancouver, will not run for re-election in November.
Priority Legislation Signed by Governor as 2022 Session Ends
Washington lawmakers adjourned the 2022 legislative session late Thursday night, which was closely followed by Governor Jay Inslee signing House Bill 1165, priority credit union legislation, into law on Friday morning.
Idaho Election Filing Showcases Retirements & New Faces
In many areas of Idaho, the primary election may be the only election that has candidates filed for office or that will be impactful for the final outcome of the election in November.
A Win For Idaho Credit Unions; Act Update Legislation Passes
Ryan Fitzgerald reports on camera from Boise.
Federal Update Addressing Variety of Topics, Including Ukraine Aid
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote today on a $1.5 trillion spending bill to keep the federal government funded and address a variety of other issues including $13.6 billion in aid for Ukraine and Eastern European countries.
Oregon Legislature Adjourns Short Session
Today, the Oregon Legislature adjourned “sine die,” a little before noon. By constitution, they had until midnight on Monday night to complete their work
BREAKING: Credit Union Priority Bill Clears Legislature — Heads to Governor’s Desk for Signature
Credit union advocates should be incredibly proud of their cooperative effort, which led to this morning’s passage of House Bill 1165 by the Washington State Senate by a broad bipartisan majority of 43-5.
Oregon Legislative Update
The Oregon Legislature is completing the third week of the 2022 “short” legislative session. There are rumors of possible adjournment next week but with the requirement to read each bill in full, the session may go until the constitutional deadline of March 7th.
Priority Legislation Clears Senate Committee Unanimously
House Bill 1165 took another major step forward Tuesday morning after receiving a unanimous 7-0 vote by the Senate Financial Institutions Committee.
Video Update: Latest Report from Boise
Find out where things stand and what lies ahead in the 2022 legislative session live from the Idaho State Capitol in Boise.
Video Update: Latest Report from Olympia
Find out where things stand and what lies ahead in the 2022 legislative session live from the Washington State Capitol campus in Olympia.
Not too late to register for WA Virtual Credit Union Day at the Capitol
Gather with your colleagues from throughout the state to learn more about the 2022 legislative session and credit union priority issues.
Video Update from the Washington State Capitol
Check out an update on the 2022 legislative session, credit union priority legislation, and Washington’s Virtual Credit Union Day at the Capitol from Olympia, WA.
The 2022 Oregon Legislative Session Begins
Advocates will have the opportunity to share the Credit Union Difference with lawmakers at the Oregon CU Legislative Luncheon Feb. 17
Idaho Legislative Redistricting Map Upheld by Idaho Supreme Court
In its ruling, stated that the four separate lawsuits against the legislative maps failed to showcase or make a convincing argument.
Contact Your Local Representatives to Ask for Support of Credit Union Priority Legislation
The State House voted to pass HB 1165 the evening of Jan. 26 so this opportunity to ask for your local House member’s support has closed.
WA House Votes to Delay Much Discussed Long Term Care Program
The later deadline gives lawmakers more time to work through some of the policy and implementation challenges that have been raised by employees, employers, and policymakers over the last year.