Advocacy on the Move
NWCUA Shares Information on Cash Shortage
3/23/2020 Catalyst Corporate FCU shared that some Loomis vaults had experienced larger than anticipated orders last week and had to […]
Phase 3 Stimulus Package: Update
We are continuing to track updates on the Phase 3 Stimulus Package. Earlier today, the bill failed another important procedural […]
Idaho Legislature Passes Additional Legislation Updating Credit Union Act
Passage of the Department of Finance Bill is the third advancement for Gem State credit unions this session.
Congressional Action on the Coronavirus Pandemic
In partnership with CUNA we have been carefully reviewing the second wave of Federal legislation targeted at helping address the […]
Idaho Credit Union Act Update Bill Passes
Legislation will offer state-chartered credit unions similar operating flexibility granted in the Federal Credit Union Act.
Idaho Act Update Bill Moves to House Vote with “Do Pass” Recommendation
More good news as Governor Brad Little signs the Lienholder Notification bill into law.
Credit Union Priorities Move at the National Level
Over 250 Northwest credit unions advocates moved the needle last week on Capitol Hill. Joining over 5,500 credit union advocates […]
Oregon Legislature is “Functionally Over” in the Midst of Republican Walkout
Democrats called the session to an end Thursday, three days short of the constitutional deadline.
WA House Approves Emergency Funding for Coronavirus Response
The Washington State House of Representatives today unanimously approved a measure supporting efforts to combat the spread of coronavirus in […]
A Win for Idaho Credit Unions and Members: Towing Notification Bill Passes Legislature
H.B. 411 is on its way to Governor Little’s desk.
Oregon Credit Unions’ Financial Education Work Takes Center Stage in Senate Hearing
NWCUA and NWCUF testified that credit unions provide thousands of students with financial education every year.
Wednesday at GAC: Northwest Advocacy Army Marches Through Congress
Advocates shared credit unions’ impact and messaged priority legislation with elected officials and key staff members.
Tuesday at GAC: Troy Stang delivers Chairman’s address; Clarity CU Recognized on Mainstage for Family Planning Loan.
“It’s truly an honor and a pleasure to serve America’s Credit Union Movement.”
Credit Union Act Update Passes Idaho Senate
S.B. 1301 proposes updates in the areas of lending, investment, and fixed assets.
Monday at GAC: NWCUA’s Troy Stang Selected as CUNA Board Chair, and National Spotlight Shines Brightly on Old West FCU
The opening keynote address featured the story of Old West Federal Credit Union stepping up to serve an Oregon town the banks had abandoned.
Sunday at CUNA GAC: Keesee inducted into the CU House Hall of Leaders
How 250 Northwest advocates are Sharing the Credit Union Difference this week.
DFI Director Confirmed by Senate
Charlie Clark was officially confirmed today by the Washington State Senate as Director of the Department of Financial Institutions. Director […]
Washington Legislature Passes Halfway Point
Today the Washington Legislature officially passed the midway point of this year’s 60-day session. After spending the early part of […]
Washington Credit Union Day at the Capitol is on the Books!
More than 250 advocates told legislators about the Credit Union Difference.
Idaho Credit Unions Stay Active at the Statehouse
During this past week, our Idaho credit unions were visible throughout the halls of the Idaho Statehouse. The NWCUA Advocacy […]