Advocacy on the Move
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Elections and Regulatory Sandbox discussed during Jt. Corp
Deep dive offers insight into draft legislation under review.
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Fundraiser for Rep. Judy Amabile – a credit union champion
Summer is a great time for credit unions to host similar events for their state representatives.
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Idaho’s Credit Unions Are Off and Running With the 2023 Idaho State Issue Working Group
Idaho’s SIWG begins the process to modernize and streamline the operating environment for the state’s credit unions.
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Senate Budget Writer to Step Down
Sen. Christine Rolfes is accepting another role. Learn how the state will fill this important position.
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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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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
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GoWest’s Analysis of May, 2023 NCUA Board Meeting
The NCUA BOD met May 25th. The GoWest analysis is available for your review.
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Arizona Legislature On Break Until June 12
We’re on the scene so credit unions won’t miss any key developments.
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Spokane Credit Union Chapter Members Connect with Local Legislators
Spokane sets an example of how effective collaboration in advocacy can be.
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Data Privacy Protection a Priority for BlockChain Select Committee
The committee’s directive for new legislation will be of interest to credit unions.
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Oregon Credit Unions Armed with Local Data for Broad Impact
Sharing credit unions’ economic and community impact is a game changer in advocacy.
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Important Political Fundraising Plan for Credit Union Friendly Candidates Shared
Your complete guide to fundraising that helps elect CU champions.
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Idaho CU Leaders Support Sen. Crapo
The fact is that S.2155 was landmark legislation helping credit unions serve their members in ways that were often not possible before.
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Idaho’s Impressive Advocacy Message for Lawmakers
Economic and community impact information moves the needle in advocacy.
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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.
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Washington’s Impact Message Aligns Well in Local Conversations
Economic and community impact data shows credit unions are essential in Washington state.
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Oregon Governor Signs Credit Union Act Update Legislation
The updates take effect in January, 2024. Read more.
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It’s a Wrap. Idaho Legislature Adjourns After 88 Busy Days
The 2023 Idaho Legislative session saw 630 bills introduced, 210 of which passed. Full details here.
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Wyoming’s Credit Unions Target Issues Lawmakers Care About
Advocates impressed lawmakers by sharing economic and community impact data.