Author: Austin Debey
Navigating the Cost of Living in Arizona
Each quarter, the Council for Community and Economic Research takes the spotlight with its cost-of-living index, a tool designed to […]
AZ CUs Should Expect Tax Rebate Deposits
A first-of-its-kind rebate brings financial relief to hundreds of thousands of Arizona families.
GoWest Responds to Bank Attack Article
We will pull out all the stops to ensure the sound reasons for credit unions’ tax structure are understood by policymakers and the public.
AZ Faces $400 Million Budget Deficit
On Wednesday, the Arizona Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) revised their estimates for the current fiscal year budget. Instead of […]
CFPB Appoints Vantage West CU’s Sharon Grieger to Credit Union Advisory Council
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced the appointment of Sharon Grieger, Chief Risk Officer at Vantage West CU in […]
Amid Legislative Impasse, Governor Hobbs Pulls All Her Department Director Nominees
On Monday, Governor Katie Hobbs sent a letter to Senate President Warren Petersen withdrawing all remaining director nominations that are […]
AZ State Issues Workgroup Presents Recommendations to AZ Regulator
The recommendations of member credit unions and feedback from the regulator serve as the framework for the 2024-2026 policy advancement agenda.
Opportunity for Young Arizona CU Members to Win Education Savings Accounts Deposits
Treasurer Yee and AZ529 Will Hold the 4th Annual Statewide Essay Contest.
Arizona Commerce Authority 5-Year Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program
Earlier this summer, the U.S. Commerce Department announced that Arizona would receive nearly $1 billion in federal funding for high-speed […]
Important News for All States: Where do People Want Bricks & Mortar Branches?
Study shows credit unions should focus on both technology and branch services.
AZ State Legislator Urges Congressional Delegation to Oppose Credit Card Act
In a guest opinion piece published by the Arizona Capitol Times on August 3rd, Arizona State Representative Lydia Hernandez (D-24) […]
AZ Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
After 204 days in session, the Arizona State Legislature adjourned “sine die” on Monday. The 204-day session marks the longest […]
Governor Hobbs Appoints Credit Union Executive to Finance Authority
The Arizona Finance Authority (AFA) is a one-stop shop for financing, supporting expanding and relocating businesses, communities’ infrastructure needs, and homebuyers.
Independent Voters Now Make Up Largest Voting Bloc in Arizona
Earlier this month, registered Independent voters became the largest voting bloc in the State of Arizona. While Arizona makes it […]
AZ State Revenue Down for First Time Since March 2020
Earlier this week, the Arizona Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) released the states monthly fiscal highlights for May which shows […]
AZ Senate Commerce Chairman Steve Kaiser Resigns Seat
GoWest backed State Senator leaving the Legislature
Arizona Regulator Receives NASCUS Accreditation
The honor further supports DFI’s commitment to the credit union industry and its members.
Governor Hobbs Names Credit Union Friend as Her Chief of Staff
Governor Hobbs names a champion familiar to AZ credit unions as Chief of Staff
Arizona Legislature On Break Until June 12
We’re on the scene so credit unions won’t miss any key developments.
