NCUA Reveals Updated Charter System
Following years of complaints that the current chartering system is too unreasonable, the NCUA has announced a new, streamlined version of Phase 1 of the chartering process, as well as future improvements and automation, Emily Claus reports.
Advocacy in Action: Interview with America’s Credit Unions’ Scott Simpson
On the eve of the 2026 GAC, CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus had the opportunity to sit down with America’s Credit Unions’ new President and CEO, Scott Simpson, to discuss his new role, his views on the future of the organization, the NCUA, and the impact of storytelling advocacy.
Credit Union Net Income Up Big Per NCUA Quarterly Data Summary
CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the most recent NCUA Quarterly Credit Union Data Summary, and the eight round of deregulation efforts from the administration.
America’s Credit Unions Calls On the NCUA to Provide Regulatory Relief Following New Executive Order
Following the White House’s issuance of the “Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit” Executive Order, America’s Credit Unions is calling on NCUA to begin offering regulatory relief consistent with the Order. CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus reports.
Key Takeaways from the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
Last week’s 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference was jam-packed with great speakers and topics. With so much content to cover, Emily Claus shares some of the key takeaways for leaders to bring back to their credit unions.
NCUA’s Proposes Seven Changes in Seventh Round of Deregulation Efforts
In its seventh round of deregulation proposals, NCUA has set its sights on records retention, seeking to improve rule clarity and eliminate language that might be considered unnecessarily burdensome, reports CUSO Mag’s Esteban Camargo.
Washington Post Opinion on Taxing Credit Unions
Chip Filson discusses the history of credit unions’ tax exemption, why it was created in the first place, if we are still the same industry that was granted it to begin with, and what we would do without it.
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.
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.
