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.
Newly Chartered and Urgent Needs CDRLF Grants Increased to Fifteen Thousand Dollars
The National Credit Union Administration has announced that it has extended benefits of the Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) for low-income-designated credit unions, including for those recovering from natural disasters and for newly chartered credit unions. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.
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.
NCUA Shares Its Supervisory Priorities for 2026
The National Credit Union Administration has published its supervisory priorities for 2026. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the areas NCUA examiners will review in the year ahead, and where credit unions should focus its efforts to that effect.
Credit Unions Keeping Watchful Eye on Credit Card Rate Cap
Credit union advocacy groups have begun pushing back against the President’s recent claim that he will cap credit card interest rates at 10% for one year. Should an official order be issued, the cap would go into effect on the 20th, Emily Claus reports.
