Washington–In his first address since his designation as acting NCUA board chairman, Mark McWatters informed credit unions they can anticipate a “thoughtful loosening” of regulations, a streamlined agency budget, and the possible closure of the Temporary Corporate Credit Union Stabilization Fund in 2017.
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WASHINGTON–The three winners of the Herb Wegner Awards accepted their honors during the annual dinner here, in conjunction with GAC.
WASHINGTON–Is the day coming when credit unions never see an examiner again in their offices?
WASHINGTON—Coordination between CUNA and state leagues in delivering political advocacy messages locally and nationally is making an impact in Washington, according to a new study.
WASHINGTON—A new study from the National Journal shows that CUNA is ranked No. 1 among financial services associations in Washington when it comes to political advocacy. CUNA was ranked number six among the 44 trade groups in the ranking in terms of advocacy.
WASHINGTON—A message regularly shared at CUNA’s GAC this year is that 2017 presents the chance for CUs to finally see some real regulatory relief from Washington.
WASHINGTON–Fewer than two-fifths (38%) of American households report good or excellent progress in meeting their savings needs, with over one-quarter (27%) indicating no progress at all, according to the tenth annual America Saves Week survey, which is being released in conjunction with the annual America and Military Saves Weeks.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–Moonlight, which just won (after some confusion) the Oscar for Best Picture, came about in part because a credit union played a supporting role.
BROOKFIELD, Wis.—Two credit unions have chosen Fiserv solutions.
ARLINGTON, Va.–Support for a five-seat NCUA board—with one seat designated for a person with state credit union regulatory experience, has been expressed in a letter by NASCUC to the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee.