Advocacy on the Move
In Olympia, Credit Union Day at the Capitol is a Family Reunion
A turnout of 200 credit union advocates shared their part of credit unions’ $7.5 billion economic impact with Washington legislatures.
New Member Business Loan Rule Took Effect in Oregon June 1
As a result of advocacy, credit unions have more options to help Main Street businesses.
Oregon Legislature Meets This Week!
This past Wednesday marked the first day of “Legislative Days” of the 2022 Oregon Interim Session.
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.
Primary Election in Oregon Full of Competition!
Yesterday’s Primary Election in Oregon was full of candidates for voters to pick from.
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.
NWCUA Analysis of April 21 NCUA Board Meeting
The NCUA Board of Directors met April 21 to discuss cybersecurity and the agency’s DEI commitments.
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
Washington Reps. Kirby, Hoff Will Not Run for Re-Election
When the Washington State Legislature re-convenes in January 2023 it will be without two credit union champions as both Rep. Steve Kirby, D-Tacoma, and Rep. Larry Hoff, R-Vancouver, will not run for re-election in November.
Priority Legislation Signed by Governor as 2022 Session Ends
Washington lawmakers adjourned the 2022 legislative session late Thursday night, which was closely followed by Governor Jay Inslee signing House Bill 1165, priority credit union legislation, into law on Friday morning.
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.
Oregon Legislature Adjourns Short Session
Today, the Oregon Legislature adjourned “sine die,” a little before noon. By constitution, they had until midnight on Monday night to complete their work
BREAKING: Credit Union Priority Bill Clears Legislature — Heads to Governor’s Desk for Signature
Credit union advocates should be incredibly proud of their cooperative effort, which led to this morning’s passage of House Bill 1165 by the Washington State Senate by a broad bipartisan majority of 43-5.
Oregon Legislative Update
The Oregon Legislature is completing the third week of the 2022 “short” legislative session. There are rumors of possible adjournment next week but with the requirement to read each bill in full, the session may go until the constitutional deadline of March 7th.
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.
Video Update: Latest Report from Boise
Find out where things stand and what lies ahead in the 2022 legislative session live from the Idaho State Capitol in Boise.