Advocacy News

Oregon Credit Unions Continue Long Tradition of Strong Advocacy
The Oregon advocacy force was over 200 strong, with delegation sizes from the credit unions ranging from two to 37. And all of them had an important voice during the day.

Arizona Advocates Show up in Style for Credit Union Day at the Capitol
Credit union advocates were “everywhere” on Tuesday, Jan. 28, during the GoWest Credit Union Association’s Arizona Credit Union Day at the Capitol.

Idaho Credit Unions Bring Sunshine, Positive Advocacy Messages to Day at the Capitol
A large, enthusiastic group of credit union professionals met with Idaho lawmakers to advocate for key legislation and share details of credit unions’ impact.

The Data Credit Unions Need to Celebrate Their Impact
New Economic and Community Impact Reports are ready for credit union in the GoWest region to use to advocate for priority legislation in statehouses and in Washington, D.C.

Turning Up the Volume on Credit Union Advocacy
While advocating for credit union priorities is ongoing throughout the year, at no time is it busier – and more opportune for your engagement – than when legislative bodies are in session.

GoWest’s Pam Leavitt, Oregon Credit Unions, Honored at National GAC for Advocacy Leadership
It takes a village to move the advocacy needle. This is something that Pam Leavitt realized when she joined the Credit Union Movement in 1994, tasked with leading advocacy efforts for Oregon credit unions.

Credit Union Advocacy is “Trending” in Colorado
Credit unions united to make a lasting impression on legislators who even underscored that credit unions are essential financial partners to them and to their constituents.

Idaho Advocates Turn Out in Force for Credit Union Day at the Capitol
Nearly 50 legislators met with credit union advocates to learn how credit unions invest billions of dollars and thousands of hours into Idaho’s communities.

Oregon Cooperatives Collaborate to Host Legislators
Engaging the community and lawmakers, this event has become a long-standing display of the Credit Union Difference.

Top 3 Things You Need to Know GoWest Offers
Free money for talent development and more – There’s so much to gain with your GoWest membership!

Legislators Hear Wyoming Advocates Loud and Clear: Credit Unions are Essential
Credit unions’ impressive economic and community impact was shared with policymakers at Credit Union Day at the Capitol Tuesday.

What’s Important to Credit Unions in the 118th Congress? Ryan Fitzgerald Reporting from D.C.
A Special On The Go by Ryan Fitzgerald, SVP Federal Advocacy.

Meet Your State Lawmakers by Joining Credit Union Days at the Capitol
Your voice, stories, and experiences are important to share with lawmakers as they consider legislation. Join us.

New Economic Impact Report Offers Compelling Evidence of Credit Union Impact
GoWest members have a second opportunity to learn how to use the report’s findings in their own communities on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. PST (3 p.m. MST).

Registration for In-Person or Virtual CUNA GAC 2023 Now Open
Scheduled for Feb. 26 – March 02, 2023, in Washington, D.C. and online — learn what to expect and join The Movement by registering today.

The All-In Advocacy Fight to Stop Misguided Legislation
A battle is won, but the war against Interchange Regulation wages on.

Want to Kick Off 2023 by Making an Impact? Apply Now to Crash the GAC!
This tailored program invites credit union emerging leaders and young professionals to go to Washington D.C. and be immersed in a transformative experience.

GoWest Advocates Go Big in Summer of 2022
With the midterm elections on the horizon, GoWest credit unions fanned out to meet with elected champions, candidates, and regulators.

GoWest Fall Hike the Hill Adds Support for CU Modernization Legislation
A delegation of Young Professionals joined advocates from all six states for the successful event.

Idaho Credit Union Leader Seeks FHLB Des Moines Board Position
Credit unions in the GoWest region all win when peers serve on important industry boards or advisory councils.

GoWest Regulatory Advocacy Celebrates Win for Credit Unions
NCUA guidance eliminates prescriptive DOR requirement from exam manual.