Advocacy on the Move
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Data Privacy Protection a Priority for BlockChain Select Committee
The committee’s directive for new legislation will be of interest to credit unions.
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Oregon Credit Unions Armed with Local Data for Broad Impact
Sharing credit unions’ economic and community impact is a game changer in advocacy.
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Important Political Fundraising Plan for Credit Union Friendly Candidates Shared
Your complete guide to fundraising that helps elect CU champions.
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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.
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Idaho’s Impressive Advocacy Message for Lawmakers
Economic and community impact information moves the needle in advocacy.
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GoWest Shares Comprehensive Analysis of Deposit Insurance System Review
In regulatory agencies and in Congress, several deposit insurance reform options are on the table. Here’s our analysis.
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Washington’s Impact Message Aligns Well in Local Conversations
Economic and community impact data shows credit unions are essential in Washington state.
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Oregon Governor Signs Credit Union Act Update Legislation
The updates take effect in January, 2024. Read more.
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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.
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Wyoming’s Credit Unions Target Issues Lawmakers Care About
Advocates impressed lawmakers by sharing economic and community impact data.
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Credit Unions Make a Mark in Wyoming Legislative Session
The legislature’s 37-day session convened on January 10 and adjourned March 3, with GoWest’s Bobbie Frank actively engaged every day.
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The Arizona Credit Union Impact Story Fuels Conversations
Find out more about Arizona credit unions’ $3.7 billion impact here.
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It’s Always Advocacy Season with Impact Data in Colorado
Colorado credit union advocates shine at CU Day.
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Idaho Credit Unions See Progress in New Financial Literacy Law
House Bill 92 requires all high schools in Idaho to provide a finance class.
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Q1 Advocacy Season: Legislators Heard and Saw Us!
Six state Day at the Capitol events, CUNA GAC, and 1,000 GoWest advocates!
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Credit Unions Bring A Ray of Light to the Arizona Capitol
Arizona credit union advocates weren’t going to let a little rain dampen their spirits.
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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.
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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.
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Oregon Legislature Meets This Week!
This past Wednesday marked the first day of “Legislative Days” of the 2022 Oregon Interim Session.
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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.