Yearly Archives: 2023
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NCUA Board Meeting Highlights
An SIF update and a final rule on loan participation headlined the agenda
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President Biden nominates Senate Banking Senior Counsel to NCUA Board of Directors
Tanya Otsuka would replace Rodney Hood on the Board, if confirmed.
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State Legislative Modernization Highlighted via WECU’s New Community Partnership
A modernization to the Washington Credit Union Charter makes this partnership possible, and will support students with special education needs.
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Compliance Newsletter – September 19, 2023
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
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Breaking News: Senate Banking Committee to Mark Up SAFE Legislation
The Sept. 27 markup is a key step to moving the legislaiton forward.
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Opportunity for Young Arizona CU Members to Win Education Savings Accounts Deposits
Treasurer Yee and AZ529 Will Hold the 4th Annual Statewide Essay Contest.
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Washington budget leaders receive latest economic news from chief economist
Key Washington lawmakers received an important update this week from the state’s chief economist as the state’s Economic and Revenue […]
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GoWest Announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors
Canvas Credit Union’s Todd Marksberry takes the reins as Chairman.
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Gesa Gives Students Meaningful Work Opportunities. Other Credit Unions Can, Too.
An internship program launched more than 20 years ago provides financial education and career enhancement for Washington state high school students.
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Legislative relationship in Wyoming’s Sweetwater County
Expanding vital relationships with legislators, before they are in session, continued this week in Sweetwater County where Trona Valley FCU […]
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Fraud, Senior Financial Exploitation Resource Available to Idaho Credit Unions and Members
A series of free roadshows across the state could help credit union teams and families prevent senior financial exploitation.
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Mid Oregon Credit Union Selected as ‘Best of the Best of Bend’
Mid Oregon reciprocates by giving back to the community.
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Jeremy Calva Joins Rivermark as Chief Financial Officer
Calva brings over 20 years of financial service experience to Rivermark.
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Sooper Credit Union Named Among Top Three Best Credit Unions of the West
“Best of the West” allows community members to nominate and vote for their favorite businesses and organizations on the Western Slope.
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Oregon Credit Union Supports Hospital and College with Multi-Year Commitment
TLC places a high priority on supporting educational and healthcare-related services throughout its communities.
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Summer Advocacy Season Wraps up at Idaho Governor’s Cup
By engaging in this annual event, credit unions are able to spend time with policymakers, and help students achieve their higher education goals.
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Exploring Eastern Colorado and Aurora with Legislators
This week the Colorado Competitive Council jumped on a bus to explore Eastern Colorado and Aurora, Colorado with a group […]
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Reminder – CUs Interested in the Green House Gas Reduction Grant – Showcase your interest by September 15th
The Green House Gas Reduction Fund has been appropriated $27 billion for grants.
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U.S. Rep. DelBene and local credit union leaders connect in the 1st Congressional District
Credit unions’ community impact, the SAFE Banking Act, and interchange legislation were among priorities discussed.
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Horizon Credit Union Hires New Director of Marketing
Jake Patterson has more than 11 years of marketing experience.