Advocacy on the Move
Congresswoman McMorris Rodgers Joins Letter Against IRS Proposal
The letter was signed by dozens of house members late last week.
Good News for Advocates Regarding NDAA Legislation
Samantha Beeler reports the Armed Services Committee markup is favorable to CUs thus far.
Action Alert: IRS Reporting Requirements Proposal
This effort is intended to improve taxpayer compliance and increase federal revenues by $463 billion over the next ten years.
August Virtual Hike Meetings
In focus for these meetings are the potential threats to the credit card interchange system being floated in the Senate.
Oregon Legislative Updates
The Oregon Legislature is on a fast track to finalize a redistricting bill by September 27th.
OR Legislators, Staff & Lobby Mourn Passing of Two
Rep. Gary Leif and community servant Lawanda Manning are missed by the Oregon Credit Union Movement.
How Northwest Credit Unions Moved the Needle in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington
Collaboration is the backbone of the Credit Union Movement, especially when it comes to advocating to ensure the best possible operating environment for credit unions.
NCUA Announces Distribution of $865 Million to Members of Failed Corporate Credit Unions
The $865.5 million will be distributed to the capital account holders of the former Members United, Southwest Corporate, and U.S. Central Corporate credit Unions.
Oregon Legislature Adjourns; 2021 Session Saw Credit Union Wins
In an unprecedented session requiring mostly virtual connection, the advocacy agenda still moved forward.
U.S. Supreme Court Issues Important Decision Invalidating FHFA
In so doing, the Court reiterated a precedent set when they determined that the structure of the CFPB was unconstitutional.
Washington State’s Economist Revises Revenue Forecast Upward
The news came during yesterday’s meeting of the Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council as part of Dr. Stephen Lerch’s official quarterly forecast.
NCUA June Board Meeting Preview with Unified Agenda
The NCUA released their June 24, 2021 board meeting agenda.
Oregon House Takes Unprecedented Move to Expel Member
The Oregon Legislature is in the final weeks of the 2021 Legislative Session.
Idaho Economy and State Budget Continue Breaking Records
Governor Little held a press conference while visiting the communities around Coeur d’Alene, outlining the current strength and continued positive trajectory of Idaho’s economy.
2022 Race for Idaho Governor Already Getting Crowded
Only one week following the quasi-end of the 2021 Idaho Legislative Session and the race to be Idaho’s Governor has already started to get crowded.
Oregon CU Priority Bills Pass, Head to Governor’s Desk
The legislation modernizes the OR Credit Union Act, & helps credit unions’ loan and membership application processes.
Idaho Legislature (Somewhat) Adjourns the Session for 2021
After breaking the record for the longest Legislative Session in State history, at 122 Days, the Idaho Legislature has returned to their districts, having completed their business for the year…but are they done?
Credit Union Priority Bills Head to the Senate Floor
The Northwest Credit Union Association’s two priority bills, HB3079 and HB3080, passed with unanimous votes out of the Senate Labor and Business Committee and will head to the Senator floor.
Critical Information for OR CU’s Regarding Mortgage Foreclosure Legislation
What you need to know about HB2009A as it moves through the legislature.
Idaho Legislature Recesses After Completing Majority of Work
Late Wednesday evening, the Idaho Senate and House worked through the vast majority of their remaining legislative work.