Advocacy on the Move

Colorado CUs Connect with Rep. Brittany Pettersen
First-term Congresswoman Brittany Petttersen has a full plate but clears room for her credit union constituents.

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.

Portland CUs: Take Survey to Share Input on Reinvigorating Portland’s Central City
Credit unions are at the table for this key task force. Share your thoughts.

Washington State Revenue Forecast Revised Upward Despite Economic Risks
The latest economic forecast shows the state taking in more than $1 billion more than anticipated.

Oregon Legislative Days
Housing and the state budget are some of the priorities being discussed in the three days of meetings.

Tri-Cities Legislators Connect with Local Credit Unions
Advocacy is a year around focus, and Washington credit unions miss no opportunity to engage.

Preparing the for Possibility of a Government Shutdown
GoWest is in continuous conversation with Congress and regulatory agencies and will keep credit unions informed.

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.

Electronic Titling Workgroup Initiated in Wyoming
At the request of Wyoming’s credit unions, the Wyoming Department of Transportation convened an electronic titling workgroup on September 18. […]

NCUA Board Meeting Highlights
An SIF update and a final rule on loan participation headlined the agenda

President Biden nominates Senate Banking Senior Counsel to NCUA Board of Directors
Tanya Otsuka would replace Rodney Hood on the Board, if confirmed.

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.

Breaking News: Senate Banking Committee to Mark Up SAFE Legislation
The Sept. 27 markup is a key step to moving the legislaiton forward.

Opportunity for Young Arizona CU Members to Win Education Savings Accounts Deposits
Treasurer Yee and AZ529 Will Hold the 4th Annual Statewide Essay Contest.

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]