Advocacy on the Move
Governor Signs Arizona Credit Union Modernization Bill
The updates will go into effect 90 days after the legislature adjourns for the year.
2023 HMDA Data Released
We highly encourage GoWest credit unions to analyze this data to gauge your standing within the industry and track your progress over time as shifting currents within the regulatory realm continue to shape the mortgage landscape.
Colorado Credit Unions Speak: Giving Banks the Option to Sell to Credit Unions Makes Good Economic Sense
In an initial hearing, the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee agreed this makes sense for Coloradans, and the committee voted 7-4 Wednesday in favor of moving it forward.
E-titling approved for interim study
At the request of a 13-member coalition of organizations, including GoWest Credit Union Association, along with the Wyoming Department of Transportation the Joint Transportation Committee included electronic titling as priority number three on their list of priorities.
Wyoming special session a no go
Headlines across the state have announced there will be no special session convened to attempt to override the Governor’s vetoes.
Governor Inslee signs final bills closing the book on 2024 session
Washington Governor Jay Inslee wrapped up the process of signing bills passed during the 2024 session into law at the end of last week.
Congress Pushes Back on Regulators and Legal Settlement Impact on Interchange
GoWest’s Ryan Fitzgerald details a series of wins that will help credit unions build momentum against misguided legislation and regulatory overreach.
GoWest Files Comment Letter on CFPB Rule to Minimize Overdraft Fees
The letter reflects the input of GoWest member credit unions gathered during state GAC meetings and through other forms of outreach.
Arizona Act Update Bill Passes
The bill now moves to Gov. Hobbs’ desk for her signature. Thank you to all advocates who helped with this effort.
CO HB 1351 passes out of House committee
After a very successful hearing Wednesday afternoon, filled with strong, fact-supported testimony from credit union advocates and supportive statements from […]
Wyoming to convene a special session – yes or no?
Wyoming’s legislative leadership initially announced last week that they would not entertain a special session. Members of the Freedom Caucus […]
Governor Little Signs Senate Bill 1301 into Law
Late Thursday evening, Governor Little signed Senate Bill 1301, amendments to the Idaho Credit Union Act into law. Members of […]
Wyoming Election Announcements Rolling Out
Even before the official filing season opens, Bobbie Frank reports, legislative candidates are off and running.
Pushing Back on NCUA Call Report Change
GoWest and member credit unions are letting NCUA know, in no uncertain terms, that this action is potentially harmful to CUs and their members.
🏀 PAC’em Challenge is underway: Learn more about the PAC’em Challenge! 🏀
The GoWest PAC’em Challenge is in full swing! With all six states already on board and 16 credit unions in […]
Division of Financial Services bill passes out of committee
Today at the State Capitol, the Finance Committee met to hear the Division of Financial Services Sunset for the very […]
Court ruling on political boundaries impacts upcoming elections
Last week a US District Court judge issued a ruling that changes legislative boundaries in multiple districts in response to […]
Senate Bill 1301, Changes to Idaho’s Credit Union Act, Moves Through House Business
Earlier this week, Senate Bill 1301, changes to Idaho’s credit union act, passed out of the House Business Committee unanimously. […]
Celebrating Success at ACU GAC: A Big Shout-Out to Our CULAC Trustees!
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news from our recent participation at the ACU Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC). Our CULAC […]
Pravina Raghavan Steps into New Role as Director of CDFI Fund
Pravina Raghavan has recently assumed the position of Director of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. Director Raghavan hails […]