Special Report from Day Four of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
As the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference comes to a close, Emily Claus reports on all that went down on the fourth and final day, including a young professionals panel, key election information, and addresses from several members of Congress.
Special Report from Day Three of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
Emily Claus reports on day three of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference, including an appearance from Senator Ricketts, insights from the Filene Research Institute, and an update on the economic outlook.
Special Report from Day Two of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
Another day, another special report hot off the press! Today, Emily Claus covers all that went down at day two of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference, including ACU President and CEO Scott Simpson’s first GAC appearance and a chat with NCUA Board Chairman Kyle Hauptman.
Special Report from Day One of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
As the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference kicks off in D.C., CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus is boots on the ground reporting on all the latest coming out of the nation’s capital. With insights into this year’s Undergound and info on the future of the NCUA, day one of GAC was not one to miss!
Credit Unions Prepare for GAC 2026
As thousands of credit union professionals gear up for GAC 2026, the industry’s largest event, Emily Claus discusses what will be new and different this year along with what key topics America’s Credit Unions might focus in on.
Credit Unions: Fall Back in Love With Your Mission
As we celebrate the season of love, Emily Claus encourages credit unions to stop trying to mimic the competition, but to instead fall back in love with their mission of people over profit and to use their cooperative foundations to stand out from the rest.
House Passes Bill With Pro Credit Union Amendments
This week, the House has passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act, bringing with it a number of pro credit union admendments, including the Credit Union Board Modernization Act, Emily Claus reports.
NCUA Chairman Hauptman to Remain Following Appointment to PCAOB
NCUA Chairman Kyle Hauptman has been appointed to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, reports CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo. Hauptman will continue to serve as NCUA Chair until a successor is appointed.
NCUA Proposes Dependent Care Reimbursement for Credit Union Board Members
After years of trade organizations advocating for the move, the NCUA has officially submitted a proposal that would allow credit union board members to be reimbursed for any childcare or caregiver costs incurred from attending board meetings or other official duties, Emily Claus reports.
The Overdraft Compromise
The debate on overdraft has been a long and complicated affair, with credit unions and members often finding themselves on opposing sides. However, Emily Claus wonders if there’s a way for the two sides to meet in the middle and reach a compromise that works for credit unions and members alike.
