The CUNA-NAFCU Merger: What It Is and What It Means

The CUNA-NAFCU Merger: What It Is and What It Means

Following the announcement of the CUNA and NAFCU merger intentions, CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo provides some background on the organizations and touches on whether or not the merger will ultimately benefit or harm credit unions.

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CUNA, NAFCU Announce Members of America’s Credit Unions’ Transition Board of Directors

CUNA, NAFCU Announce Members of America’s Credit Unions’ Transition Board of Directors

Lisa Ginter, Chair of the Board of Credit Union National Association (CUNA), along with Gary Grinnell, Chair of the Board of the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU), announced 15 members who will serve on America’s Credit Unions’ Transition Board of Directors,

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Joint Statement from CUNA, NAFCU Responds to CDFI Fund Community Development Advisory Board Recommendations

Joint Statement from CUNA, NAFCU Responds to CDFI Fund Community Development Advisory Board Recommendations

Credit union association leaders from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) and National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU) issued a joint statement in response to the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund’s Community Development Advisory Board’s Final and Approved CDFI Certification Recommendations adopted on July 31.

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An Initial Reaction to the NAFCU-CUNA Merger

An Initial Reaction to the NAFCU-CUNA Merger

After the recent announcement of CUNA and the NAFCU’s intended merger, Chip Filson discusses the possible ramifications such a move could have on the credit union industry.

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MCUL Supports CUNA and NAFCU Merger 

MCUL Supports CUNA and NAFCU Merger 

The Michigan Credit Union League (MCUL) was excited to learn of the intent to merge our strong national associations – CUNA and NAFCU – to form America’s Credit Unions.

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As FDIC Proposes Deposit Insurance Changes, CU Trades Emphasize Parity

As FDIC Proposes Deposit Insurance Changes, CU Trades Emphasize Parity

As policymakers struggle with whether to increase deposit insurance at financial institutions—the FDIC outlined its own plan on Monday—credit union trade groups said they want banks and credit unions to be treated the same if changes are made, reports David Baumann of CUCollaborate.

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NCUA’s Spooky Budget Increase Could Be Curbed By Expanding, Not Reducing, Remote Examinations

NCUA’s Spooky Budget Increase Could Be Curbed By Expanding, Not Reducing, Remote Examinations

NCUA proposed a big increase to its operating budget in 2023, and many have come out in opposition. Esteban Camargo provides a little detail on the budget proposal, responses to it, and why the NCUA should reconsider its plans.

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Credit Union Groups Call on the NCUA for Merger Policy Reform

Credit Union Groups Call on the NCUA for Merger Policy Reform

NAFCU and NASCUS both submitted comments to the NCUA ahead of their August 16th deadline for submissions calling for changes in merger policy and regulatory oversight, Emily Claus reports.

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The House Financial Services Committee Approves Controversial Legislation to Limit Overdraft Fees

The House Financial Services Committee Approves Controversial Legislation to Limit Overdraft Fees

Last week, the House Financial Services Committee approved overdraft legislation which would limit the number of overdraft fees banks and credit unions can charge their clients. Emily Claus discusses the bill’s future and repercussions.

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Applications for CDFI Fund Suspended Between Oct. 1 and April 3

Applications for CDFI Fund Suspended Between Oct. 1 and April 3

The Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund recently announced that as it prepares for upcoming changes to its application process it will be suspending new applications and Target Market Modifications between October 1, 2022 and April 3, 2023, reports Esteban Camargo.

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