Advocacy on the Move
Care About Transportation Policy in Oregon?
The Joint Committee on Transportation has announced a 12-stop Transportation Safety and Sustainability Outreach Tour to hear from Oregonians about how the Legislature can ensure Oregon has a safe, functional, and efficient multimodal transportation system now and for years to come.
Governor Polis Directs Legislature to Bring Bank Asset Purchase Bill in 2025 Session
On Thursday, Governor Jared Polis signed HB 1351, the “Sunset Division Banking & Board” bill into law. He followed up with a signing statement outlining the Sunset process and the essential function the process provides for regulated industries in Colorado.
Update: CFPB’s New Rule on Open Banking Standards
This rule is crucial for the implementation of the upcoming Personal Financial Data Rights Rule which was proposed in October of 2023 and could be finalized later this year.
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Transportation Committee moves Electronic titling
The Joint Transportation, Highway and Military Affairs Committee met Monday and Tuesday this week in Rock Springs.
CFPB Issues Request for Information Related to Mortgage Servicing Practices.
The agency is interested in the impacts of loan closing costs, many of which are beyond the control of the lender or the consumer.
Summer Sun Shines on Federal CU Advocacy
Ahead of the fall elections, it’s a great time to invite elected officials and candidates to your credit union to share how you are serving their communities.
Comment Letter Filed on Colorado Record Retention Proposed Rule
GoWest Credit Union Association has filed a comment letter in response to the proposed rulemaking that will impact the collections process and the GAP process related to record retention and what is required to be retained.
Hearing on Oregon SB3 Rule Implementation
Credit unions and GoWest worked hard to pass this landmark legislation and we continue to advocate for its implementation to follow the intent of the law.
Important Update: Anticipated Rulemaking on Mortgage Servicing
Your GoWest Regulatory Affairs team provides an analysis of the forbearance programs enacted during COVID, and updates advocacy efforts regarding future rulemaking.
Calling Colorado Advocates: Support These Senate Candidates in the Primary
There are several races in the June 25 election that could use your help!
Spring Hike the Hill Attendees Drive Home Regulatory Priorities
Last week, credit union advocates from across the GoWest region were in our Nation’s Capital for the Spring Hike the Hill.
Oregon Legislature Revenue Forecast
The Capitol will be bustling again for the first time since they adjourned from the Legislative Session on March 7th.
Idaho Primary Election Nets Changes
The results reporting for Tuesday’s primary elections went well into the early morning hours as results came in from around […]
Oregon’s Primary Election Overview
While not seeing the biggest turnout, Oregon’s primary election has some big headlines! Pam Leavitt provides your analysis.
Investing in Your Credit Union’s Future: Leveraging Payroll Deduction
Your contributions help to elect credit union champions.
HFSC Markup Outlines Pushback on FI Regulation in Wake of SCOTUS Decision
On Thursday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled to uphold the funding mechanism of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau […]
Senate District 6 Field Getting Crowded
Today is the official opening for legislative candidate filing in Wyoming. Many candidates across the state have already been announced and more announcements will be coming in the next few weeks.
Oregon Primary Election One Week Away
Oregonians will vote on a number of key federal, state, and county-level offices.