WESTBROOK, Maine–Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) attended a briefing on data security at the Maine Credit Union League’s headquarters.
According to the league, the meeting provided Sen. Collins with an overview of the security measures and technology Maine’s credit unions utilize to protect member data and prevent financial fraud.
During her visit, Collins addressed league employees and discussed how she is working with her colleagues on the U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee to develop policies that tackle cybersecurity and protect the U.S. Collins praised Maine’s credit union network for its deep commitment to fraud detection and prevention, and noted the important work of Senior$afe, a training program that helps staff at financial institutions recognize the signs of elder financial abuse, the league reported.
A ‘Shared Goal’
“Maine credit unions have long been valued partners of the innovators, job creators, and hardworking people of our state. In addition, they have assumed a vital role as protectors of our most vulnerable friends, neighbors, and family members,” said Senator Collins. “I commend the Maine Credit Union League for hosting today’s discussion and taking a proactive approach to increase cybersecurity. It is a pleasure to work with them on this issue as well as our shared goal to protect seniors from financial fraud.”
The league said the visit was part of an ongoing dialogue between itself, the state’s credit unions, and Sen. Collins on data security. In March, credit union representatives met with Collins in her Washington office to thank her for her work on cybersecurity and data privacy, and encourage her to support a national approach to data security.
‘Investing Significant Time’
“We are pleased Sen. Collins visited our league to learn more about what our credit union network is doing to safeguard our members’ private information,” said Todd Mason, president/CEO of the Maine Credit Union League. “Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly more sophisticated in their assaults against financial institutions, which is why we are investing a significant amount of time, money, and resources to protect member data.”