Author: Ryan Fitzgerald
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Advocacy Win: Senate Banking Committee Marks-up and Approves SAFER Banking Act
The Never-Give-Up advocacy philosophy works as legislation advances to provide a pathway for CUs to serve legal cannabis businesses.
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Preparing for the Possibility of a Government Shutdown
GoWest is in continuous conversation with Congress and regulatory agencies and will keep credit unions informed.
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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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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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GoWest Advocates Share Data Debunking the Credit Card Competition Act with Congress
We have the data Congress has been asking for.
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First Republican Presidential Debate Formally Kicks Off the 2024 Election Cycle
An early look at the 2024 elections which will impact credit unions’ operating environment.
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Arizona CU Leaders, GoWest, Meet With Sen. Sinema
Credit union advocates and the GoWest team welcomed the opportunity to meet with Sen. Sinema in Phoenix this week.
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GoWest Spring DC Hike a Success
Last week, a group of over 20 credit union leaders and GoWest staff from across its region traveled to Washington, […]
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GoWest Analysis of Debt Ceiling Legislation
President Biden has signed the debt ceiling legislation into law. GoWest provides an analysis of potential impacts to credit unions.
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GoWest Shares Comprehensive Analysis of Deposit Insurance System Review
In regulatory agencies and in Congress, several deposit insurance reform options are on the table. Here’s our analysis.