Author: Ben Shuey
Idaho House Censures Rep. Priscilla Giddings Unbecoming Conduct
As the Idaho Legislature returned this week — primarily to tackle the issue of state and federal vaccine mandates — they had another issue to finalize before the end of the year.
Tumultuous Restart for the Idaho Legislative Session
On Monday, the Idaho Legislature re-opened the 2021 Legislative Session, primarily to tackle the issue of vaccine mandates, especially those handed down from the Biden Administration, both to federal contractors and all U.S. companies with over 100 employees.
U.S. DOL Issues Emergency Temporary Standard for Large Employers to Implement COVID-19 Vaccination or Testing Policy
NWCUA’s Compliance team breaks down the new standard and provides insight on state-specific responses.
Idaho Redistricting Committee Narrows in on a new Legislative Map
What legislative district will you be in for the 2022 election? Who will you be voting for in Congress or the Legislature in November of 2022?
Idaho Legislature to Reconvene the 2021 Session on November 15
The Speaker will work diligently to limit the topics that are likely included in the bucket of “pertinent business” to the issue of vaccine mandates and the ethics complaints, but as this is not a topic specific “special session”, which is called by the Governor, the Legislature may find itself “bogged down” in all types of matters.
Congressman Schrader Pushes Back on IRS Provision Inclusion in House Package
Today Congressman Kurt Schrader (D – OR 5) joined other House Democrats in signing on to the below letter against the IRS data collection proposal. This comes after Senators Manchin and Sinema indicate their skepticism on the provision.
NCUA Issues Guidance on ECIP 30-Year Maturity Date Utilization
In a statement from the letter NCUA outlines, “Low-income credit unions may receive 30-year subordinated debt investments from the ECIP.
Every Northwest Republican Signs On Letter Against the IRS Reporting
The letter had more than 200 Republican co-signers.
Grassroots Response: IRS Reporting Requirement Proposal
A recent IRS data collection proposal taken up in the Reconciliation package in congress has brought us yet another opportunity to show up and make our collective voices heard.
Senator Crapo Holds Roundtable Discussion on Proposed IRS Data Collection
Idaho credit union leaders joined U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and other stakeholders for a roundtable discussion Tuesday, Oct. 12
McGeachin’s Political Gamesmanship Continues in Idaho
If you have been watching the news over this past week, you know there has been quite a potentially high-stakes political tennis match between Governor Brad Little and Lt. Governor Janice McGeachin.
Congress Avoids a Shutdown Through December 3rd & IRS Data Collection Threat Continues
President Biden has signed a continuing resolution “CR” to fund the government through December 3rd, allowing negotiations to continue on major legislative pieces of his policy agenda.
Congressional Update on Potential Shutdown & IRS Data Collection
As credit union advocates hold the last few meetings with the delegation as part of the most recent Hike at Home there are a number of important issues facing Congress.
Chairwoman Cantwell Schedules First Privacy Hearing of this Congress
Senator Cantwell (D – WA) serves as the Chair of the Senate Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee. The hearing, is scheduled for next Wednesday and is titled “Protecting Consumer Privacy.”
Controversial IRS Provision Pulled from House Bill
The controversial IRS data collection provisions is not currently included in House language, which is a huge win for the robust credit union advocacy effort.
Remote Notary Amendment to the NDAA
Another key amendment for consideration on the National Defense Authorization Act this week is the Remote Online Notary.
SAFE Banking Act Added to the National Defense Authorization Act
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a large must pass bill that has been negotiated in the House and Senate Committees.
Senator Crapo Introduces Bill to Block IRS Overreach on Data Collection
Under the pretext of closing the “tax gap,” Democrats are seeking to increase IRS funding.
Congresswoman McMorris Rodgers Joins Letter Against IRS Proposal
The letter was signed by dozens of house members late last week.
Good News for Advocates Regarding NDAA Legislation
Samantha Beeler reports the Armed Services Committee markup is favorable to CUs thus far.