This Week In DC: NCUA Board Meetings, Congressional Hearings, and Interchange
As Congress resumes post-election, DC is going to be packed with end-of-year hearings and decisions. Emily Claus covers this week’s schedule and what big events credit unions should be tuning in to.
CFPB Slaps Navy Federal Credit Union with $95 Million “Junk Fees” Penalty
The Consumer Protection Financial Bureau announced it had agreed with Navy Federal Credit Union on a penalty totaling $95 million for authorize positive, settle negative overdraft protection practices spanning years; CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.
Don’t Forget: Today Is Election Day for Credit Unions Too!
On Election Day, Emily Claus reminds credit unions that election results will have an impact on them as well and shares how they can stay up to date on credit union outcomes.
NCUA Board Holds Open Meeting, Receives Briefings on Cybersecurity and New Charters
The National Credit Union Administration held its seventh open meeting of 2024 on October 24, during which they received briefs on cybersecurity and new federal charters established. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the meeting and what the board learned from the briefings.
Credit Union Agencies Concerned Credit Card Competition Act Will Be Included In Disaster Relief Bill
When Congress reconvenes in November, it will rush to pass disaster relief for those affected by recent hurricanes. However, rumor has it that the proposed Credit Card Competition Act would be tacked on to the must-pass legislation, prompting concern from credit union groups, Emily Claus reports.
Bringing Communities Together On International Credit Union Day 2024
As credit unions worldwide celebrate the 76th annual International Credit Union Day, Emily Claus shares the history of the event, the year’s theme, and how credit unions are commemorating the occasion.
Justice Department Takes Action for the First Time Against a Credit Union Following Redlining Allegations
In its first ever action against a federal credit union, the Department of Justice agreed to a landmark $6.5M settlement with Citadel Federal Credit Union, putting pressure on credit unions with expanded fields of membership.
America’s Credit Unions Submits Letter on Potential Amendments to National Defense Authorization Act
Last week, America’s Credit Unions submitted a letter regarding the National Defense Authorization Act, asking committee members to oppose amendments to key credit union issues, Emily Claus reports.
Double-digit Billion Dollar Credit Unions Announce Intentions to Merge
CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the announcements of $11.9B Digital Federal Credit Union and $16.7B First Tech Federal Credit Union and their intentions to merge in 2025.
America’s Credit Unions Pushes Back Against NCUA’s Proposed Succession Planning Rule
In response to the NCUA’s proposed rule on succession planning, America’s Credit Unions has spoken out against the organization’s plans and asking them to reconsidering, calling the rule redundant and harmful, reports Emily Claus.
