Idaho Advocacy
Fraud, Senior Financial Exploitation Resource Available to Idaho Credit Unions and Members
A series of free roadshows across the state could help credit union teams and families prevent senior financial exploitation.
Summer Advocacy Season Wraps up at Idaho Governor’s Cup
By engaging in this annual event, credit unions are able to spend time with policymakers, and help students achieve their higher education goals.
GoWest Staff Participate in Annual NCSL Meeting
The Annual National Conference of State Legislators brings in thousands of elected officials from all over the country to engage […]
Important News for All States: Where do People Want Bricks & Mortar Branches?
Study shows credit unions should focus on both technology and branch services.
GoWest Speaks to the Southwest Idaho Regional Chapter on the Importance of Advocacy
Your GoWest Credit Union Association spent the morning with a number of Idaho credit unions at the Southwest Idaho regional […]
Idaho’s CapEd Credit Union Celebrates Juntos Avanzamos Designation
This week, Idaho’s CapEd Credit Union celebrated their Juntos Avanzamos designation with a branch opening at their first branch in […]
Idaho’s Credit Unions Are Off and Running With the 2023 Idaho State Issue Working Group
Idaho’s SIWG begins the process to modernize and streamline the operating environment for the state’s credit unions.
Idaho CU Leaders Support Sen. Crapo
The fact is that S.2155 was landmark legislation helping credit unions serve their members in ways that were often not possible before.
Idaho’s Impressive Advocacy Message for Lawmakers
Economic and community impact information moves the needle in advocacy.
It’s a Wrap. Idaho Legislature Adjourns After 88 Busy Days
The 2023 Idaho Legislative session saw 630 bills introduced, 210 of which passed. Full details here.
Idaho Credit Unions See Progress in New Financial Literacy Law
House Bill 92 requires all high schools in Idaho to provide a finance class.
Q1 Advocacy Season: Legislators Heard and Saw Us!
Six state Day at the Capitol events, CUNA GAC, and 1,000 GoWest advocates!
Idaho’s May Primary Brings New Faces to the Legislature
In the Idaho Legislature, some unprecedented outcomes left well-known leaders at the short end of the vote tally.
Vote Tuesday in Idaho’s Primary Election
This is a pivotal time in Idaho politics, and we need you to let your voice be heard.
Governor Little Signs Digital Assets Bill, Idaho Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
The 2022 Session of the Idaho Legislature came to a close, earlier this afternoon, following an eventful three months of in-depth legislative activity.
Governor Little Signs Idaho Credit Union Act Update Into Law
This legislation, the 2022 update to the Idaho Credit Union Act, brings significant updates, modernization, and flexibility into the Idaho Credit Union Act
Idaho Election Filing Showcases Retirements & New Faces
In many areas of Idaho, the primary election may be the only election that has candidates filed for office or that will be impactful for the final outcome of the election in November.
A Win For Idaho Credit Unions; Act Update Legislation Passes
Ryan Fitzgerald reports on camera from Boise.
Federal Update Addressing Variety of Topics, Including Ukraine Aid
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote today on a $1.5 trillion spending bill to keep the federal government funded and address a variety of other issues including $13.6 billion in aid for Ukraine and Eastern European countries.
Priority Legislation Clears Senate Committee Unanimously
House Bill 1165 took another major step forward Tuesday morning after receiving a unanimous 7-0 vote by the Senate Financial Institutions Committee.