Advocacy on the Move
Calling Colorado Advocates: Support These Senate Candidates in the Primary
There are several races in the June 25 election that could use your help!
Spring Hike the Hill Attendees Drive Home Regulatory Priorities
Last week, credit union advocates from across the GoWest region were in our Nation’s Capital for the Spring Hike the Hill.
Oregon Legislature Revenue Forecast
The Capitol will be bustling again for the first time since they adjourned from the Legislative Session on March 7th.
Idaho Primary Election Nets Changes
The results reporting for Tuesday’s primary elections went well into the early morning hours as results came in from around […]
Oregon’s Primary Election Overview
While not seeing the biggest turnout, Oregon’s primary election has some big headlines! Pam Leavitt provides your analysis.
Investing in Your Credit Union’s Future: Leveraging Payroll Deduction
Your contributions help to elect credit union champions.
HFSC Markup Outlines Pushback on FI Regulation in Wake of SCOTUS Decision
On Thursday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled to uphold the funding mechanism of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau […]
Senate District 6 Field Getting Crowded
Today is the official opening for legislative candidate filing in Wyoming. Many candidates across the state have already been announced and more announcements will be coming in the next few weeks.
Oregon Primary Election One Week Away
Oregonians will vote on a number of key federal, state, and county-level offices.
Washington Election Filing Week Ends, Sets Up Official Primary Ballots
Overall, 1,037 people filed for submitted their name for offices ranging from the U.S. Senate to local judges and everything in between.
CFPB’s Issue Spotlight and Panel on Credit Card Rewards
As advocates for consumers, credit unions have a unique opportunity to continue championing transparency, fairness, and consumer protection in credit card reward programs.
Regulatory Update: Debit Interchange Reduction Proposal
Over the past few months, GoWest has been diligently collecting credit union feedback, discussing strategies, and crafting a comprehensive response to the proposed changes that would directly reduce debit interchange income on credit unions over $10B in assets by approximately 30%, as well as, indirectly negatively impacting those under $10B.
Former Legislator to Take Over as President of Oregon Bankers Association
The Oregon Bankers Association announced last week that Scott Bruun will take over on June 10 as President from longtime executive Linda Wilhelms Navvarro.
Relationships, the Key to Advocacy
Having relationships with state legislators is imperative to a successful advocacy program. GoWest will be prioritizing continuing to develop these relationships between Wyoming’s credit unions.
HHS & DEA Work to Reschedule Marijuana. What Does That Mean for CUs?
GoWest researched the latest developments and consulted our legal team and other experts to determine how the rescheduling of marijuana impacts credit unions.
Electronic Titling, Next Steps
GoWest convenes sub-groups in preparation for Wyoming moving forward with implementing electronic titling.
Immediate Colorado Call to Action on HB 1351 – Your Help is Vital
Colorado credit union advocates please take action now to help pass HB 1351!
Regulatory Advisory Committee Meeting Summary
Updates were provided by CFPB and the California-Nevada League regarding the current ODP landscape.
Withers Announces Run for SD 6
Kim Withers, former President and CEO of Meridian Trust FCU headquartered in Cheyenne, has announced her intent to run for Wyoming state senate district 6.