Organizations Comment on the 2025-2026 NCUA Budget Increase

Organizations Comment on the 2025-2026 NCUA Budget Increase

As the NCUA preps to approve its 2025-2026 fiscal budget, credit union organizations and leagues have submitted comments on the proposed changes, reports Emily Claus.

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Don’t Forget: Today Is Election Day for Credit Unions Too!

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.

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America’s Credit Unions Pushes Back Against NCUA’s Proposed Succession Planning Rule

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.

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NCUA Extends Temporary Interest Rate Ceiling for Federal Credit Unions

NCUA Extends Temporary Interest Rate Ceiling for Federal Credit Unions

The NCUA board voted in July to extend the 18 percent interest rate ceiling through May 2026. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.

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America’s Credit Unions Calls On NCUA to Make Significant Changes During EGRPRA Review

America’s Credit Unions Calls On NCUA to Make Significant Changes During EGRPRA Review

In response to the NCUA’s call for comments regarding its voluntary regulatory review, America’s Credit Unions has submitted a letter calling for large changes including expanding field of membership and raising interest rate caps.

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Illinois Law Restricting Interchange Fees Unites Banks and Credit Union Groups

Illinois Law Restricting Interchange Fees Unites Banks and Credit Union Groups

Banking and Credit Union groups have joined forces to file a legal complaint in Illinois to oppose the recently signed Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. Esteban Camargo reports on the groups’ filing and the law it seeks to prevent.

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America’s Credit Unions Voices Opposition to Act Aimed at Consumer Protection

America’s Credit Unions Voices Opposition to Act Aimed at Consumer Protection

Last week’s introduction of the Protecting Consumers from Payment Scams Act has caused a stir among the banking and credit union industries. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the bill and the response from America’s Credit Unions.

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When There Were Two National Credit Union Trade Associations

When There Were Two National Credit Union Trade Associations

In a post CUNA/NAFCU merger industry, Chip Filson contemplates what might have been lost in the move; namely, a difference of opinion.

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, CFPB Still Under Fire From Critics

Despite Supreme Court Ruling, CFPB Still Under Fire From Critics

Supporters of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau may have hoped that the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling finding its funding mechanism constitutional would calm its critics; David Baumann reports on why that hasn’t been the case.

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CFPB’s Credit Card Late Fee Rule Change Still Slated for May 2024 Despite Staunch Opposition

CFPB’s Credit Card Late Fee Rule Change Still Slated for May 2024 Despite Staunch Opposition

Opponents of the CFPB’s credit card late fee proposal are trying to shoot it down everywhere. So far, they are failing. The rule still is slated to go into effect next month. David Baumann reports on the latest developments.

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