Author: Lynn Heider
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A Win for Credit Unions as SCOTUS Denies ABA Appeal on FOM Rule
The U.S. Supreme Court Monday dealt a blow to the American Bankers Association’s attempts to unravel the NCUA’s Field of […]
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Announced at NCUA Board Meeting: Good News for Members of the Former Southwest Corporate Credit Union
A July distribution of $171 million is expected next month.
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Oregon Legislature Heads into Special Session
COVID-19 and police accountability are key reasons Governor Kate Brown has called legislators back to Salem.
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President Trump to Nominate Kyle Hauptman to Succeed J. Mark McWatters on NCUA Board
Hauptman is currently a key advisor to Sen. Tom Cotton and the Staff Director of the Senate Banking Committee’s subcommittee on Economic Policy.
A Win for Credit Unions in the Equifax Law Suit
This week, CUNA and the credit union leagues across the nation, notched a win in the three-year old class action […]
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Credit Union Leaders Join NWCUA’s Idaho Rebounds Meeting
Wednesday’s briefing brought good news about how the state has coped with COVID-19.
Oregon Governor Announces More Information About Phase Two Reopening
Oregon Governor Kate Brown held a press conference on Wednesday to provide more information on Phase Two of the state’s reopening process.
NWCUA, CUNA, Leagues to Treasury: Revamp the PPP Forgiveness Process
In a joint letter, we’re asking for a simplified process for small borrowers.
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Heads up, Credit Unions: Feds “Days Away” from Lending Resources for Midsized Companies
Credit unions can be a conduit for businesses left behind in the Paycheck Protection Program or other emergency sources of funding.
The Democratic Primary Win for Oregon Secretary of State goes to….
It’s (finally) official. Shemia Fagan edges out Mark Hass.
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Oregon Business and Industry, NWCUA ask Governor to Include Businesses in Re-Opening Planning
In a letter to Governor Kate Brown, we’re asking that panel of businesses leaders be immediately convened.
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Stimulus Checks Likely to Start Rolling Out Next Week
NWCUA provides some answers for credit unions wondering how they will cope with influx of direct deposits and demand for cash.
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Andrew Stolfi Appointed Director, Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services
Stolfi takes the reins April 6 and his appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
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Governor Little Signs Idaho Credit Union Act Update into Law
Collaboration between NWCUA, credit unions, state regulator, and legislators drove progress.
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Idaho Legislature Passes Additional Legislation Updating Credit Union Act
Passage of the Department of Finance Bill is the third advancement for Gem State credit unions this session.
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Idaho Credit Union Act Update Bill Passes
Legislation will offer state-chartered credit unions similar operating flexibility granted in the Federal Credit Union Act.
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Idaho Act Update Bill Moves to House Vote with “Do Pass” Recommendation
More good news as Governor Brad Little signs the Lienholder Notification bill into law.
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Oregon Legislature is “Functionally Over” in the Midst of Republican Walkout
Democrats called the session to an end Thursday, three days short of the constitutional deadline.
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A Win for Idaho Credit Unions and Members: Towing Notification Bill Passes Legislature
H.B. 411 is on its way to Governor Little’s desk.
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Oregon Credit Unions’ Financial Education Work Takes Center Stage in Senate Hearing
NWCUA and NWCUF testified that credit unions provide thousands of students with financial education every year.