Advocacy on the Move
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Register Now for Your Day at the Capitol
You hear it said it all the the time, “Advocacy is job No. 1.” Your engagement is critical to its […]
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Solarity Credit Union and Yakima Federal welcome Washington state Legislators
Solarity Credit Union and Yakima Federal Savings & Loan Association hosted members from the Washington state Legislature House Consumer Protection […]
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Director Chopra to appear before House Financial Services Committee and Senate Banking this week
His testimony coincides with a House Resolution vote expressing Congressional disapproval of the Bureau’s Business Lending Data Collection Rule.
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Washington Legislators Return to Capitol for Pre-Session Planning
Washington state lawmakers will return to the state capitol in Olympia this and next week for committee meetings and overall […]
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Colorado Special Session Comes to a Close
Last Monday, Colorado’s Special Session came to a close after four hectic days passing legislation. The Special Session was called […]
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Thankful for Extended Deadlines. There’s Still Time to Crash the CUNA GAC!
Calling all young professionals with a passion for advocacy. The deadline is extended until Nov. 26.
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WY Governor Gordon Releases Biennium Budget
Gordon calls the 2025-2026 biennium budget disciplined, businesslike, and forward-thinking.
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Visiting Credit Unions and Legislators on Colorado’s Western Slope
In person visits allow your GoWest team to get your input, and share your story with legislators.
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Empowering Advocates for a Stronger Credit Union Movement: The Vital Role of CULAC
CULAC propels advocacy forward by helping to elect candidates who will support credit union priorities.
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Real Time Hike the Hill Updates: GoWest Testifies at NCUA Budget Hearing; Questions Proposed Increases
Members of the GoWest Fall Hike the Hill delegation accompanied John Trull to help deliver credit unions’ position encouraging sound budgetary stewardship.
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Wyoming Governor’s Business Forum Update
Tyler Valentine, President & CEO StagePoint FCU and Bobbie Frank, Vice President Legislative Affairs participated in the Governor’s Business Forum […]
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Real-time Updates from Hike the Hill: Bill to Avert Shutdown Headed for Biden’s Desk
Legislation averting shutdown heads for President’s desk, roundtable with Senate Banking member Lummis, more Hill meetings, and NCUA testimony will headline Thursday.
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OR Revenue Forecast
Today, the Office of Economic Analysis’ December 2023 Revenue Forecast was presented to the House and Senate Revenue Committees. The […]
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GoWest Advocates are on the Hill at a Historic Time
As Congress works to avert a government shutdown, a team of CU advocates is on hand for the Fall Hike the Hill. Read more about their very productive schedule.
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Setting the Record Straight After a Bank Attack: Naming Rights Partnerships Help Communities.
Credit unions and your GoWest advocacy team won’t sit still when the banks lob unprovoked, misinformed attacks on credit unions. Read more about a recent Op-Ed published in collaboration with AZ CUs and GoWest.
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Apply Now! Slots Still Open for Young Professionals to Crash the CUNA GAC
Crashers have until Nov. 20 to complete their applications. Get a front row seat to see Congress in action.
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Discussing priorities with Fremont County Legislators
Towing notification issues, electronic titling, financial literacy, and public funds were among the topics discussed with Fremont County legislators last […]
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Arizona Credit Unions Meet with Legislative Leaders
The legislators accepted an invitation to attend the Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting.
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Special Session Called in Colorado
Governor Polis announced today that he is calling a Special Session in Colorado that will begin next week on November […]
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Register Now for YOUR Day at the Capitol
Registration is open for the 2024 Credit Union Day at the Capitol events across the GoWest Region. Please register and […]